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What to Do When Someone Is Interested in Your Invention

Jul 17, 2025

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23 min read

What to Do When Someone Is Interested in Your Invention

Not all interest looks the same. Learn how to stay protected, present your invention clearly, and move forward with the right next step, no matter who’s reaching out.

Early Negotiations

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The Patent Myth That’s Costing Inventors Thousands

Jul 2, 2025

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11 min read

The Patent Myth That’s Costing Inventors Thousands

Why “Get a Patent First” Is Backwards — and What Smart Inventors Do Instead

Invention Tips

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What One Rejection Taught Me: Turning Setbacks Into Breakthroughs

May 20, 2025

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3 min read

What One Rejection Taught Me: Turning Setbacks Into Breakthroughs

How a tough no became the turning point that shaped my invention journey.

Invention Tips

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Why Every Inventor Needs a Prototype (and How to Build One That Works)

May 12, 2025

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16 min read

Why Every Inventor Needs a Prototype (and How to Build One That Works)

Turn your idea into a working prototype — and take the next big step in your invention journey.

Invention Tips

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