Innovation

Several weeks ago I read an article in the LA Times titled, “Wild Ideas Take Flight on Cutting Edge of Clean Teach.” The article described a number of seemingly far-fetched ideas and scientific...

In my last blog, I wrote about the importance of reaching out to actual people when making cold calls. It can be tempting to rely on e-mail or voicemail, but that’s not good...

The dreaded cold call. I’ve been calling companies and speaking to people who have no idea who I am for thirty years now. I truly believe that talking to someone on the phone...

I read another great article a few weeks ago that demonstrated how common and widespread the use of open innovation is becoming. I’ve often defended its growing popularity and I’m glad to see...

The successful mission included using some old technologies in fresh and different ways.

An effective sales process and a clear message are two sides of the same coin, both focused at achieving growth goals.

On October 4th, The Wall Street Journal published an interesting article titled “Tech Firms Intensify Clashes over Patents”. Research has documented an upswing in the number of patent-infringement lawsuits filed by and on...

Whenever and wherever there’s a problem, you can bet that an inventor is hard at work trying to find a solution. I love that about Americans - that desire to make a buck,...

I often write about the importance of determining whether your idea truly is desirable. Are people going to want to buy it? Will they like it or need it enough to spend money...

Mapping your sales process can help you identify gaps and weaknesses.

Make sure your product can be made at a competitive price before going forward with the invention process.

I like to relate concepts I talk about frequently back to examples in the real world. An interesting article published in the Wall Street Journal last Friday, October 1st, is an excellent example...

Do I really need a patent? Are patents important? Most inventors and entrepreneurs probably aren’t asking themselves these questions, but they should. On Wednesday, I posted a blog about the necessity of protecting...

What I learned about disruptive technology and innovation in the demand for flat-panel HD televisions.

Let’s say that you do have a big idea. Just to be clear – this doesn’t happen very often. I’d even be so bold as to say you probably don’t have a big...

I recently read a very interesting article in the Wall Street Journal titled “China Spooks Auto Makers: Foreign Companies Fear New Rules on Electric Cars Will Erode Intellectual Property.” The article described the...

I’ve heard many inventors complain about the inefficiency of the USPTO. “Why can’t our patents be issued more quickly?” they demand. It’s true that there’s a huge backlog of patents waiting to be...

The iconic rock band, known for its group improvisation, can teach us a lot about what works in business.

Before hiring anyone, you’d check out what his or her former clients or patients thought about the service provided, wouldn’t you? The same mentality goes for patent attorneys. It’s crucial to get referrals...