Innovation is revolutionary change :: Doug Patton

What is Innovation?

🎙️ This week’s “What is Innovation?” episode brings us an engaging conversation with Doug Patton, renowned inventor and author. Listen in as Doug expands on his simple definition of innovation—revolutionary change—and its connection with an inspiring environment. He highlights passion as the essential spark of innovation and discusses how cultivating the right atmosphere contributes to the creative process.

More about our guest:

Doug Patton is a consummate inventor whose work has spanned over four decades, his efforts generating products in over 20 markets ranging from biomedical equipment to fragrance. He has garnered over 200 patents and design awards in having innovated for companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Mercedes-Benz, and Bausch + Lomb. Patton Design, his company, currently serves as the genesis of many products sold worldwide. He consulted with the USPTO as part of the Patent Public Advisory Committee and was the featured inventor in Simon Cowell’s American Inventor on ABC. His affinity for innovation led to his books Conquering the Chaos of Creativity, released in 2021, and Inspirations of Creativity, released in April 2023.
Know more about him here:

• Doug Patton
• Company: Patton Design

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Episode Guide:

0:00 - Intro

1:09 - What is Innovation?

1:36 - Defining "revolutionary"

3:38 - Innovation and the environment of inspiration

5:45 - Book chapter: Incredible sensitivity of creative power

7:24 - Spark of Innovation: Passion

10:52 - Book: Conquering the chaos of creativity

18:23 - An environment of fun and the essence of listening

27:53 - Advice to innovators and change makers
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