Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. As an inventor you often feel frustration and stress. Alan shares 4 simple ways you can reduce frustration and stress now. You'll learn how to shift your mind from the fight or flight mode - into the problem-solving mode. You can put these proven methods into effect in 5 minutes. Be sure to subscribe to…

Alan interviews Allen Boldt. Allen Boldt grew up in St. Louis and retired from a career as a product design specialist. A car enthusiast, he found it took too long to wash cars and wasted lots of water and soap. So, he invented the Dirt eRacer, a product that washes cars with minimal water and soap in only 10 minutes. Make sure to subscribe to the …

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan shares how critically important that serious inventors never give up on themselves or their inventions. In 1941, Winston Churchill spoke forcefully about never giving up. The British had to face far more challenges during the Blitzkrieg than inventors will ever endure. Be sure to subscribe to the p…

Alan interviews Alison Brett. Alison Brett grew up in Ontario. She graduated from Queens University then began teaching children in Singapore and later Zurich. The busy mom of 4 now sells her invention, the Clasp Magic, globally. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single e…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan discusses why coaching and community - are essential to invention success. Inventors are viewed as "loan wolves" - working alone at night creating their inventions. Successful inventors, however, learn from coaches and get together with like-minded people - other inventors. Be sure to subscribe to …

Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan debuts a new program offered exclusively to podcast listeners - 3 Proven Steps to Your Invention Success. Alan shares 3 steps inventors must take to get their invention on a solid course to success. The course has a limited enrollment of the first 15 listeners who join. Be sure to subscribe to the pod…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan shares the most dangerous myth about licensing. It leads many to choose to venture their product - without understanding the significant capital risks. Alan debunks the myth and shows how licensing can be quite lucrative. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get you…

Alan interviews Evelyn Wilson. Evelyn Wilson grew up in Philadelphia and has been a nurse for over 30 years. One morning, taking her grandson to school, her nose was running, and she was "blowing and throwing" dirty tissues into the passenger seat. She cleaned it up when she got home and spotted an opportunity for a new invention to solve the dirty…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. When you create a new product and get it into the market - you'll change the world. I promise! Alan shares 3 examples of inventions - including his Wonder Wallet - that have changed the world. Isn't it nice to know you will change the world in ways you may never have anticipated. Be sure to subscribe to…

Alan interviews Serena Fadlun. Serena grew up in Italy, then moved to New Zealand to finish high school and college. She returned to Italy and got married. She invented a unique broom called the Bendy Butler - to clean even hard to reach spots of her home. She launched Bendy Butler successfully in May 2023. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at …

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. How can you make your invention compelling for buyers - so it will be a success? Alan shares 3 ways you can make your product compelling, so buyers will say, "yes." It seems obvious you must highlight the attractive benefits of your product - but Alan describes 2 other ways. Be sure to subscribe to the …

Alan interviews Duncan Ashworth. Duncan Ashworth had a 41 year career in the semiconductor industry. After retiring, he began developing a Roomba-like robot that destroyed COVID on floors automatically. Today, he is testing and selling his SaniBot robot that kills up to 100 pathogens - in daycare schools - before licensing. Make sure to subscribe t…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan shares that many inventors feel they can save money by - "figuring it out on their own" - rather than paying for help. In fact, trial and error is the costliest path and the longest path to success. He discovered that from his own experience. Tune in to learn why. Be sure to subscribe to the podcas…

Alan interviews Greg Amundson. Greg Amundson went from shopping center management to custom home building. The 2009 housing bust transformed him into an inventor. Greg has transformed messy caulking to a simple task for anyone with his product - InstaTrim. Today, he sells InstaTrim strips to help homeowners everywhere. Make sure to subscribe to the…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. What is your approach towards licensing your product: the shotgun approach or the rifle approach? Alan describes 2 divergent approaches to licensing your product. One approach is more passive, whereas the other is more active. Alan shares which approach he prefers and why. Be sure to subscribe to the po…

Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan discusses two different market segments for inventors: mass market versus aspirational buyers. The mass market segment offers a potentially huge number of buyers who are price sensitive. The aspirational buyer segment offers a smaller market of buyers, who will pay more for a unique quality product. B…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. What is the success rate for inventors? Is it only 5% or 2%? Alan shares the truth - inventor failure rates are simply bogus statistics. Neither "inventor" nor "success" is defined - so ignore the abysmal rates and carve your own success. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever…

Alan interviews Tom Klaff. Tom Klaff's business partner, Bruce, hated slow heating toasters and ovens. So, they replaced a century old coil design into a sleek, high-tech toaster unit that cooked better and faster. Now the Revolution Toaster delights consumers everywhere with delicious toast that cooks in half the time. Make sure to subscribe to th…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. As an inventor, you reach an important milestone and then wonder, "What should I do next?" Alan presents 3 examples of times in your business where you have a decision to make: what to do next? In each case, it's helpful to take a step back and consider your action carefully. Be sure to subscribe to the…

Alan interviews Lisa Lloyd. From consulting for Fortune 100 companies to helping new inventors, Lisa Lloyd's invention career spans 30 years. Today, she is helping a Korean company scout for new innovative products, while working on 4 new inventions of her own and mentoring other inventors. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, or wherev…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Can your product succeed - at a premium price? Alan cites examples of 2 recent guests on the podcasts who answer "yes." Ember high-tech coffee mugs and Kara Pure water are 2 successful premium products. With the right focus - your premium priced product can succeed also. Be sure to subscribe to the podc…

Alan interviews Charlie Cannon. Charlie Cannon loved riding his skateboard down long hills but hated using his shoes as brakes. So, he invented VibeRide - an innovative brake system for skateboards - providing a safe and enjoyable skateboarding experience. Now skateboarders everywhere use VibeRide for a smooth journey. Make sure to subscribe to the…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. As an inventor, you must be willing to consider changes to commercialize your invention successfully. But at the end of the day, you are the boss, and it is your product. Sometimes you must be willing to say "no" and push back and not accept too many compromises. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on A…

Alan interviews Cody Soodeen. Cody Soodeen's parents lived in a town with contaminated well water - so they had to buy bottled water. This led him as an architect to invent a way, using desiccants, to extract pure water from dry air. Today, his company, Kara Water sells air-to-water extraction units to thousands of consumers. Make sure to subscribe…

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Here's a provocative question: "Why would anyone want to be an inventor?" Alan presents 3 examples of the negative view of this question: the high-level view. Then, he presents 3 examples of the positive view - why you might want to become an inventor. The personal view. Be sure to subscribe to the podc…