Inventors Helping Inventors

Alan reflects upon what he learned from interviewing over 100 inventors. Listen to learn why the 'window has closed' for new COVID-related inventions. Learn why companies are keen to see new inventions from independent inventors. There has never been a better time to be an inventor. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a sing...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan poses a simple question: When is a gamble worth taking as an inventor? You've heard the stories of unwarranted gambles - and their inevitable consequences. Learn when you should take a gamble to help your business to move forward. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single ep...

Alan interviews Jazmine Darden. Jazmine Darden loved math, science and sports as a girl. After graduating from Dunwoody College, she founded her own 3D printing company, then became an instructor, helping boys and girls to turn their ideas into inventions. Today she hosts events for young inventors to pitch to companies. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. The key events of our lives are usually predictable. We go from elementary to middle school, then high school. Later we get a job based on our coursework and degree. Inventing charts a challenging, unpredictable zig zag course. Tune in for tips so you can thrive as an inventor. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get y...

Alan interviews Dan Klitsner. Dan Klitsner - inventor of the hit toy sensation the Bop It - has a new toy: the Bop It Button. Learn how the Bop It Button challenges your brain and your reflexes in a fun, entertaining way. Learn why Dan feels that doing good should always be a byproduct of your invention. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan describes how to reframe negative thoughts that may be holding you back as an inventor. Also, learn how confirmation bias can cause you to overlook new opportunities. Tune in to learn what ANTs are - and why you must eradicate them. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single...

Alan interviews Josh Bremmerer. Josh Bremmerer is an avid boater who hated boat covers because they didn't keep boats dry. He invented the solution - Komodo Covers. Komodo Covers combine a waterproof boat cover with an AI system to keep the interior dry when not in use. Josh helps boaters have more fun and less hassles. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get y...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. So many inventors focus on what they want in a licensing deal - instead of what the licensee or company wants. Then their pitches fall on deaf ears. Focus on what they want - WIIFT - to greatly improve your chances of licensing your invention. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a s...

Alan interviews Marjorie Spitalnik. Marjorie Spitalnik noticed many successful men in her daughter's schoolbooks, but not successful women. She invented Little Rebels iconic dolls - featuring successful women - to address that problem. Today, Little Rebels dolls empower girls globally to pursue their dreams. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. When faced with setbacks, resilience is essential to success - and resilience can yield rewards. Alan describes 2 major setbacks he faced and how resilience ultimately paid off for him. Resilience serves inventors well as they face setbacks. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a sin...

Alan interviews Maryann Kilgallon. Maryann Kilgallon built restaurants for 16 years, until a tragic news story caused her to change careers - to invent a safety solution for children and seniors. Today, her POMM devices gives families peace of mind by alerting parents and 911 if children are at risk - getting help quickly. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you ge...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan shares places where you might find good ideas seem to come easily to you. Also, why the harder we try to get new ideas - the fewer we seem to get. Learn why our "thinking brains" aren't great idea creators, but our subconscious brains are. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a...

Alan interviews Mary Ludwig. Mary Ludwig grew up in Allentown, Pennsylvania and graduated from Drexel University as a mechanical engineer. She worked for a small company, then became a patent agent. Now, she helps inventors from all over the world with the daunting task of securing patent protection for their inventions. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan shares why "messy research" pays off for inventors. Listen in to learn what he means by "messy research" - and also examples of how it pays off for inventors. If you want to succeed as an inventor, Google searches are just the beginning. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a si...

Alan interviews Yael Swerdlow. Yael Swerdlow, grew up in Los Angeles, experiencing family and career trauma events. She invented the Last Maestro that combines classical music, VR, and gamification to help trauma sufferers to find peace. Today, her invention is helping first line responders everywhere to deal with trauma. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's episode is a simple question, "Who offers you a 10X guarantee?" Alan shares how he offers inventors who join the Inventors Bootcamp a 10X guarantee. If you don't feel you got 10 times the value you paid, you get your money back. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single e...

Alan interviews George Burkhardt. George Burkhardt grew up on a farm and often invented things to solve problems. He became an engineer, working for the Air Force before retiring back to the farm. Today, he's an active inventor, not only licensing his own inventions, but helping other inventors, as well. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's episode is about Henry Ford's maxim: "If you think you can, or you think you can't... either way, you are right." Learn about how 2 inventors succeeded by following Henry Ford's maxim: they thought they could - and so they did. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single ep...

Alan interviews Ryan Diez. Ryan Diez is a police officer who invented a better way to wash your dog - the Woof Washer 360. His invention was a huge As Seen on TV success. Today, he's a very busy man: fighting crime, inventing, and help other inventors as an InventRight coach. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single epis...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's episode, Alan discusses 3 steps to get your invention established on a solid course going forward. You must set up your invention business properly, focus on one key product idea, then search to be sure your product isn't already out there. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't...

Alan provides a special Bonus Training Monday. In today's episode, Alan shares 3 inventing trends he's seen prominently in 2022. You'll learn about artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) technology inventions, new approaches to licensing, and networking tools via LinkedIn. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's episode, Alan discusses your zone of genius - what it is - and why you should spend most of your time there. Do you spend a lot of time on administrative and other low-value tasks? Listen in to learn how to remedy that problem. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single...

Alan interviews Samar Anjum. Samar Anjum got his first aha idea when he saw triangular plates on airlines. He decided to invent a better shaving razor. Today, his Freedom Razor allows men and women to use one handle for up to 45 different blades. Now, clients can change razors without having a cabinet full of handles. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get you...

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's episode, Alan discusses the value of meditation - especially for busy inventors. Alan discusses 2 great books about meditation- from two very different viewpoints. He also shares two key reasons why you should meditate. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode...

Alan interviews Justin Gray. Justin Gray is a successful songwriter and film composer who vowed leverage his success to help other songwriters. He invented an AI-based discovery algorithm to match over 10,000 musicians and their music with lucrative TV and film licensing opportunities. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a s...