Reading Time: 5 minutes The thing that separates a real inventor from somebody that has ideas is that an inventor knows how to envision a product by identifying the potential of a market first. They then build products that people will want to use.
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Reading Time: 8 minutes So you’re sitting on a great invention. You’ve worked out the kinks, sketched your design, or maybe even made the prototype. Now you’re ready to secure patent protection for your hard work. Before you go down that road, there are
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Everything around us is the result of specific manufacturing processes. Automobiles, streets, buildings, smartphones, TVs, kitchen appliances, furniture, food, clothes, and more consist of many smaller parts that make up the finished product. Each of these parts and assemblies relies
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Reading Time: 8 minutes Trademarks are often confused with copyrights and patents, and a lot of people can’t tell the difference between them. Here, we will discuss everything about trademarks: what they are, how they are different from patents and copyrights, and about different
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Peanut butter spans time, cultures, and countries. Whether it’s served in a dipping sauce for satay, used as a base for African soups or spread onto bread with jelly (or bananas, or honey, or bacon) we can’t get enough. The
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Reading Time: 8 minutes “I do not think you can name many great inventions that have been made by married men.” That is a quote stated by Nikola Tesla that expresses the selfish commitment sometimes required to succeed as an inventor. The Serbian-American inventor, and
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Reading Time: 7 minutes When we talk about patents, there are three main categories: utility, design, and plant patents. Most commonly, we refer to new patents in regards to utility patents, but design patents are also standard for protecting the look and styling in
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Reading Time: 8 minutes You have an idea, researched ways to put a plan into action, and have created a product to prove this invention is one that could improve the world for generations to come. You’ve spent hours researching how to file a patent
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Reading Time: 8 minutes People all over the world dream one day they will have the perfect invention to change the world. They want to be the next Thomas Edison, George Washington Carver, or Caresse Crosby. Maybe the future great American inventor already has
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Reading Time: 5 minutes Getting a patent can cost inventors a lot of time and money, and for some, it might be too much of an investment. You may have wondered: what is a poor man’s patent and if it is a cost-effective way
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Nowadays, you will see many products or articles marked as “patent pending.” But what does patent pending mean? Understanding this can play an essential role for people who want to patent an idea, thinking that the “patent pending” will protect
Continue reading25 Unforgettable Facts About Henry Ford
Reading Time: 12 minutes Henry Ford was a pioneer of American manufacturing. He founded the Ford Motor Company, designed the Model T car, and was a vital contributor to the adoption of the assembly line. It is probably safe to say that industry and
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Reading Time: 6 minutes The following is a list of ideas for inventors who are trying to figure out what to create next. It’s not just about having an invention idea, we must pick products that people will be willing to buy at a
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Reading Time: 5 minutes Coming up with the money needed to file a patent or build your invention idea can seem like a difficult task. The fact is that all inventors have this same problem no matter what their financial situation happens to be.
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Reading Time: 5 minutes The world is at our fingertips as inventors. In order to offer competitive prices for your products, you will most likely make your invention parts worldwide. We must embrace the computer age and use it to our advantage when it
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Reading Time: 7 minutes A look at 12 famous inventions by African Americans that have helped to shape modern life. Often overlooked by society, many of the things we take for granted were invented by these amazing people. Garrett Morgan (March 4, 1877 –
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Only one name appears on both the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the National Inventors Hall of Fame. That name is Hedy Lamarr, actress and inventor. With sharp intelligence and breathtaking beauty, her story is nothing less than astonishing. Hedwig Eva
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Whether you are looking to learn how to invent yourself as a person or invent products on your own, changing the way you look at the world can place your life on a whole new path. As inventors, we must
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Reading Time: 7 minutes People with a passion for learning and making new discoveries often dream of being able to create something that has an impact on the world in a meaningful way. I created this invention help review as a warning for those
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Reading Time: 9 minutes Quora is a magnificent resource to both find answers and help others with their questions. If you are knowledgable in a particular field, it is also a great way to drive traffic to your website. Invention Therapy has been answering
Continue readingWho invented the wheel?
Reading Time: 7 minutes No single person, or even society, can be credited as the one who invented the wheel. Most people imagine primitive stone wheels used as far back as the caveman days, but they were created more recently than that. Archaeologists estimate
Continue readingEdmund Cartwright And The Wool Combing Machine
Reading Time: 7 minutes Edmund Cartwright was an English inventor from the 18th century that invented the power loom and the wool combing machine. His achievements were essential contributions to the Industrial Revolution and the textile industry. Cartwright’s work was a progression from previous
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Reading Time: 4 minutes When it comes to picking the best invention software, there are a few basic skills you will need to learn in order to create your prototype and manufacture your product. This invention software will include 3D computer-aided design (CAD) programs,
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Benjamin Franklin was one of the most prominent personalities in American history. Nowadays, he is known as one of the Founding Fathers of the United States of America, and a politician. Franklin was primarily a printer but was also an
Continue readingHow do I get my invention started?
Reading Time: 5 minutes In order to get your invention idea started, you must first make a few decisions. Decide if you will sell invention as a product to customers or whether you want to tinker with it to have fun. You then should
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Reading Time: 6 minutes In order to make a start-up prototype, you first must know your budget. If it is limited, then most of the work will need to be done on the computer and with a written business plan. You will use software
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Reading Time: 6 minutes You have a great invention idea and have already figured out that the only way it will be successful is if you can get a prototype made. Building a prototype may seem like an expensive and impossible task, but with
Continue readingAlexander Graham Bell and Smartphones
Reading Time: 8 minutes Alexander Graham Bell is known as the man who invented the telephone in 1876. He was a visionary who changed the way people communicated. Bell contributed significantly to how the world is today. His groundbreaking invention enabled people from all
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Reading Time: 12 minutes In my shop, there are laser cutters, 3D printers, table saws, and just about every other tool you can imagine. Of all the equipment in our prototyping and manufacturing facility, none has been more useful than our CNC router. When
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Cyrus McCormick was born into a home where inventing was the family business. His father, Robert McCormick Jr., was an inventor who worked on making improvements to farming machines. Among those improvements was the mechanical reaper. Robert worked on this
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Reading Time: 6 minutes Most of us give up on our dreams of inventing something because it seems too challenging. Maybe we lack the skills needed to build a prototype or fear that we may fail. Whatever your reason, it’s just an excuse not
Continue reading22 Facts About Guglielmo Marconi And His Radio
Reading Time: 8 minutes Guglielmo Marconi was born on the 25th of April, 1874, in Bologna, Italy. Marconi was one of the most important innovators that changed the way the world communicates. His invention of the radio was a groundbreaking invention that had significant
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Reading Time: 11 minutes Every child is creative and has a dream of becoming the hero who invents the next cure for cancer or a new form of green energy. Some children may want to invent a new musical instrument or send astronauts to
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Reading Time: 7 minutes In 1769, a machine was patented by Richard Arkwright that would see him go from wig maker to industrial tycoon. His Water Frame brought hydropower to spinning machines, which would enable the devices to turn hundreds of threads into high-quality,
Continue readingJethro Tull And His Inventions Before The Band!
Reading Time: 7 minutes The band received their name from their booking agent who was a history buff. You will learn from this article how the name “Jethro Tull” influenced us in both music and agriculture. When you hear the name Jethro Tull, you
Continue readingHow Many Patents Actually Make Money?
Reading Time: 10 minutes You’ve got a great invention idea in the works, and you’re excited to get it to the masses and pull in the profits. You only need to land a patent, and then you will be home free. Or at least
Continue readingHow To Invent Something New
Reading Time: 7 minutes The process of invention is talked about everywhere, but how many people actually know what an invention is? To understand how to invent something new, we must first answer this vital question. Our definition of an inventor and their inventions
Continue readingCharles Goodyear And His Obsession With Rubber
Reading Time: 7 minutes Goodyear Tires is one of the largest producers of rubber tires in the world. The company’s namesake, Charles Goodyear, was an American inventor who created the chemical process to manufacture vulcanized rubber. The rubber that Goodyear created was more elastic
Continue readingJoseph Henry and What is a Magnetic Field?
Reading Time: 11 minutes Joseph Henry was one of the giants of American history. When we look at inventors from the past, there are not many out there more significant and more influential than Joseph Henry. His work is unprecedented, and he was an
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Dairy, sugar, and cold. Those simple ingredients are all that’s really needed for ice cream to be ice cream. But even at its most basic, ice cream is really anything but simple. The ancient origins of ice cream It’s impossible
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Reading Time: 8 minutes At some point, your child is more than likely going to turn to you for ideas on what they can do for projects they need for school. Here are some easy invention ideas for your kids’ school projects. Let’s say
Continue readingWhat Are Cease and Desist Letters?
Reading Time: 7 minutes It’s every inventor’s worst nightmare. You open the mailbox and find an envelope with the name of an official-sounding law firm. Written boldly across the top of the letter: “NOTICE OF DEMAND TO CEASE AND DESIST.” Those seven words (and
Continue readingDr. Spencer Silver and the Invention of the Post-It Note
Reading Time: 7 minutes Sometimes even what seems an easy idea like the Post-It Note takes time to get right. It took more than ten years for Dr. Spencer Silver’s accidental invention—a not-so-sticky adhesive—to find the use we know it for today. Now, the classic
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Intellectual property (IP) is related to inventions, artwork, literature, as well as symbols, and trademarks used in commerce. There are many laws that protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights, trademarks, industrial designs, geographical indications, and business/trade secrets, which allow the
Continue readingJames Hargreaves’ Spinning Jenny
Reading Time: 7 minutes James Hargreaves’ Spinning Jenny was one of the most important inventions of the 18th century that massively improved the weaving industry, and that signaled the onset of the Industrial Revolution. After John Kay’s Flying Shuttle, Hargreaves’ Spinning Jenny is one
Continue readingRobert Fulton’s Invention of the Steamboat
Reading Time: 7 minutes Robert Fulton was the man who created an invention that would change the way the world moved. He recognized early on that transport, particularly water transportation could be significantly improved by powering boats with a steam engine. While Robert Fulton
Continue readingHow Henry Bessemer Changed the Steel Industry
Reading Time: 7 minutes Sir Henry Bessemer was an English inventor and engineer that is popularly known for being the first to develop and process steel inexpensively, later contributing to the invention of the “Bessemer converter.” Sir Henry changed the steel industry in a
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Reading Time: 4 minutes The thing that separates a real inventor from somebody that has ideas is that an inventor knows how to identify market potential and then build products that will want to use. We all have ideas that we think are the
Continue readingSamuel Morse and the Telegraph Invention
Reading Time: 9 minutes The advancement of technology in the 19th century ushered in a new way in which messages were relayed and received. No other invention in the field of communications had a larger impact then Samuel Morse and the Telegraph. This innovation
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Reading Time: 8 minutes John Kay and his Flying Shuttle was an innovation of the eighteenth century that sped up the process of weaving fabrics significantly. The flying shuttle would also prove to be a significant influence on the social development of the world
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Reading Time: 7 minutes One of the most famous but also controversial of all inventions is Eli Whitney’s Cotton Gin. By learning from successful inventors, history provides us many valuable lessons. One example of this is the story of Eli Whitney, the well-known inventor
Continue readingJames Watt and the invention of the Steam Engine
Reading Time: 7 minutes James Watt’s steam engine is known as one of the most influential innovations in human history. It was developed and engineered by him over many years. He was a Scottish inventor, engineer, and chemist. Who was James Watt, and what
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Reading Time: 12 minutes So you want to make a living either part or full time with your ideas but don’t know how to be a successful inventor? I won’t say it will be easy but can tell you that many people worldwide are
Continue readingEleven Best Places To Submit An Idea for An Invention
Reading Time: 5 minutes Here at Invention Therapy, we teach you that the only way to make money with your invention is to build the product and sell it yourself. You may not agree with our list of the best places to submit an
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Reading Time: 6 minutes Marketing your product in order to generate sales can be one of the most challenging aspects of being an inventor. It is also the most rewarding part of the job because it is how you validate the success of your
Continue readingThe 12 Steps Of Making An Invention
Reading Time: 9 minutes Coming up with ideas is the easiest part of being an inventor. Finding inspiration for building products that you can sell is a completely different story. The 12 steps of invention was written to give you the real steps that
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Reading Time: 7 minutes Number twelve might surprise you. These twelve ways to get money for your invention ideas are ranked from the easiest and fastest ways to the most difficult and more unlikely. Your own bank account. Money earned working your regular job.
Continue reading25 Mistakes I Made As A First Time Inventor
Reading Time: 9 minutes Here is a list of the top twenty five mistakes that I made as a first time inventor. They are in no particular order but should offer you insight into what to expect on your journey as you turn your
Continue readingHow do I make my invention idea?
Reading Time: 5 minutes In short, you are going to use many different types of software to design your invention in the virtual world. You can then take those designs and output them to 3D printers, laser cutters and other cool tools. At this
Continue readingHow do I come up with good invention ideas?
Reading Time: 5 minutes This is one of the most common questions I get asked. Even as a seasoned inventor, it can be hard to dream up new ideas for my next invention. Knowing what products will be popular or if they can be
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Reading Time: 6 minutes Ah, the age-old question of how to make money when you don’t have any. Fear not, because no matter how successful you are as an inventor, you will always be asking yourself: how do I get money to build my
Continue readingExactly how do I pitch an idea without it being stolen?
Reading Time: 5 minutes I have talked about this question of how to pitch an idea without it being stolen many times. This is one of those cart before the horse type of questions because if you don’t discuss your idea, how will you
Continue readingHow do I protect an invention without a patent?
Reading Time: 6 minutes Now this is one of my most controversial subjects because there are very few so called experts out there that agree with me on how to protect an invention without a patent. The fact is that I am inventing and
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Reading Time: 5 minutes Everyone is familiar with plastic injection molding and the parts you can create. From cheap toys inside your Crackerjack box to the complex interiors of your modern automobile, injection molded objects play a significant role in our daily lives. Plastic
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Learning how to come up with good invention ideas that are within your budget to prototype and manufacturer is not always an easy task. The truth is that I have been an inventor for more than twenty years and even
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Reading Time: 2 minutes You want to start building your invention prototype but need to learn Solidworks fast. Obviously, 3D modeling software removes most of the hurdles of designing your prototype and the costs associated with building an actual working unit. The only real
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Reading Time: 4 minutes Even the great Leonardo Da Vinci experimented with the idea of free energy inventions so you are not alone in your quest even if it is destined to fail. Before you get excited about your idea for some sort of
Continue readingWhy Do You Want To Patent Your Invention Or New Product Idea?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Suddenly you become inspired and want to be an inventor. You see this innovation in your mind but don’t know how to patent your invention. More importantly, you think you lack the skills or experience necessary to turn it into
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Reading Time: 2 minutes Youtube is now the second largest search engine after Google itself. Video has become an important internet marketing tool and you, like everyone else must start using Youtube to promote your product. You will notice that Invention Therapy doesn’t just focus
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Reading Time: 3 minutes That’s right, Invention Therapy is the fastest growing Youtube channels related to invention. The reason for this success is because we teach you how to really make money with your invention ideas. Find all these tips and many more on
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Dropshipping, for those who are unfamiliar with it, is a system whereby you promote the products of a particular manufacturer, take orders directly, and the manufacturer/source handles all the inventory and fulfillment functions for you. In a nutshell, here is
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Reading Time: 6 minutes There are many Inventions By Women that have influenced the world and these were just a few of the ones I found most interesting. One thing these women all seem to have in common is the drive and ambition that I keep
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Reading Time: 5 minutes In the last segment, we discussed sketching your invention ideas using simple drawing tools like paper and pencil. In this section we are going to discuss some of the more advanced methods you can use to begin getting your idea
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Reading Time: 5 minutes Here at Invention Therapy, we love to talk about the creative process and famous invention quotes that we have heard over the years. These phrases can be not only inspiring but also offer you hints to the secrets other inventors
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Reading Time: 6 minutes While this list of famous inventor’s names is by no means complete, it does give you an idea of how simple some inventions can be. As an example, where would we be today if Robert Recorde hadn’t invented the equals (=)
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Reading Time: 4 minutes My opinion of those invention licensing companies is that they are scams. Although I have never contacted any of them, they have submitted licensing ideas to me on behalf of their clients for review. My experience has been one of
Continue readingInvention Of The Light Bulb
Reading Time: 4 minutes The invention of the light bulb, is in no doubt one of those everyday gadgets that most influences our daily lives. The concept or actual device was not actually “invented” by Thomas Alva Edison in 1879. He can however be
Continue readingNew Inventions Training For Free
Reading Time: 2 minutes Invention Therapy will give you the training you need to sell your new inventions idea. We are not one of those invention submission scams or company looking to take money from you while playing on your dreams of becoming an
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Reading Time: 2 minutes It always amazes us to see how knowledgeable and skilled our younger generations are these days. Kid Inventors have more ideas and resources than ever that allows them make things on their own. Thinking up invention ideas for kids can
Continue readingOur Invention Tutorials Are The First Steps To Success
Reading Time: < 1 minutes In many cases, people with good invention ideas simply need a push in the right direction to get started. At Invention Therapy, we can give you the invention tutorials you need to start turning your invention into a reality. The
Continue readingInvention Ideas TV Show
Reading Time: < 1 minutes Invention Therapy is a new Youtube Channel hosted by Richard Haberkern where we help you to turn your invention ideas into a reality. In this new era of a connected world, all the resources you need to build your own prototypes
Continue readingUnlock the Secret to Customer Loyalty: Mastering Customer Service
Reading Time: 5 minutes THE ROLE OF CUSTOMER SERVICE: HOW TO BUILD LOYALTY AND RETAIN CUSTOMERS In the world of invention, product creation, and product design, customer service plays a crucial role in building brand loyalty and retaining customers. It’s not just about creating
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Reading Time: 5 minutes THE ROLE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INSURANCE: HOW TO PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS FROM LEGAL CLAIMS As an inventor or entrepreneur, you know that your ideas are your most valuable asset. But what happens when someone else claims that your idea belongs
Continue readingRevolutionize Your Invention with Strategic Iteration
Reading Time: 5 minutes THE IMPORTANCE OF ITERATION: HOW TO REFINE AND IMPROVE YOUR INVENTION OVER TIME Invention or product creation is a complex process that requires a lot of time, effort, and resources. It involves coming up with an idea, designing a prototype,
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Reading Time: 5 minutes THE ROLE OF INTERNATIONAL PATENTS: HOW TO PROTECT YOUR INVENTION IN A GLOBAL MARKET In today’s global market, protecting your invention or product design is more critical than ever. With the rise of international trade and the ease of communication,
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Reading Time: 5 minutes THE BUSINESS OF PATENTS: HOW TO MONETIZE YOUR INVENTION AND MAXIMIZE YOUR ROI Are you an inventor or product designer looking to monetize your creation and maximize your return on investment? If so, you need to understand the business of
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Reading Time: 5 minutes FROM IDEA TO INVENTION: HOW TO TURN YOUR DREAMS INTO REALITY Have you ever had a brilliant idea for an invention, but didn’t know where to start? Do you dream of turning your innovative thoughts into a reality? Well, you’re
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Reading Time: 5 minutes THE ROLE OF ADVERTISING: HOW TO CREATE EFFECTIVE CAMPAIGNS THAT DRIVE SALES In today’s competitive market, advertising plays a crucial role in the success of any product or service. It is the key to creating brand awareness, generating leads, and
Continue readingBalancing Profit and Purpose: The Ethics of Inventing
Reading Time: 5 minutes THE ETHICS OF INVENTING: HOW TO BALANCE PROFIT AND PURPOSE IN YOUR WORK Invention and product creation are exciting fields that offer endless opportunities for innovation and profit. However, as inventors and product designers, it’s essential to consider the ethical
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Reading Time: 5 minutes THE ETHICS OF INVENTING: HOW TO BALANCE PROFIT AND PURPOSE IN YOUR WORK Invention and product creation are exciting fields that offer endless opportunities for innovation and profit. However, as inventors and product designers, it’s essential to consider the ethical
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Reading Time: 5 minutes THE BUSINESS OF SELLING: HOW TO CREATE A SUSTAINABLE AND PROFITABLE SALES STRATEGY Are you an inventor or someone with a great idea for an invention? Congratulations! But, have you thought about how you’re going to sell it? The business
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