The Farnsworth Invention tickets have been in demand, ever since news got out that the play was about to hit Broadway. Not only does it have an amazing cast, the story tells the story of one of the most important inventions of our times- the television. It also highlights the struggle that ensued [...]
Futons are an interesting category of furniture as they weren?t so much established in main stream retail stores originally but in specialty stores and waterbed stores. Looking back over the last twenty five years since futons first came onto the scene is an interesting look into the birth of a furniture category that would [...]
There is no reason that test-marketing inventions should cost 1000s of dollars. A little effort and a lot of imagination and boldness and you can find out how valuable the market will see your invention.
If the market places no value on your invention, then your invention idea should stay just that – an [...]
The steps that I will outline a little later might seem unnecessary; however I want to assure you that in the end you will be happy that you took my advice.
Before we proceed with the discussion, I would like to offer a few words of wisdom. While working on your idea you [...]
The Farnsworth Invention has finally found its way to Broadway and already, the show has made quite an impact. Cynics might say that the pull of the play lies in the presence of big names like Hank Azaria and Aaron Sorkin. However, the truth is that, the story is one of the most [...]
They say that the mother of invention is necessity. I?ve found that to be true over my 40 years or so of being an inventor.
Are successful inventors just lucky or is there a strategy for coming up with these golden ideas?
Many say a strategy does exist.
Think about what types of problems you would like to solve. As an inventor, that is your goal. The trick is to come up with a unique invention that is the solution [...]
What to Do If You Think You Have Been Scammed
Report it if you have been a victim. Don’t just stand by. Help put them out of business. Fraud is one of the most underreported crimes. In part because people don?t know what really happened to them or who to go to [...]
I received a telephone call one day(some years ago when tractor feed paper was the norm for computers) from a gentleman who we shall call “Mr. Andrews”.
You hear them on late night television, newspapers and magazines, even the radio and the internet. The ad goes something like this, “Hey inventor, call our toll free number and we’ll help you protect your idea and get rich quick”.
The question is; should you use an invention submission corporation to help you submit [...]