Inventors Helping Inventors

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan discusses something more valuable than your IP - your time. Have only a few hours each week for inventing? Agentic AI can leverage your time - shrinking intricate tasks from weeks - to minutes. Attend the Tap the Power of AI workshop June 20th to learn how. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Reyn Guyer. Reyn Guyer has been a game inventor all his life, beginning with Twister in 1967. Now he's invented a fun, engaging 3-game combo called 15 Minutes Fun and Done - that players love. Players love how his fun, exciting, engaging games only take 15 minutes to play. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. website: www.ReynGuyer.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan shares 3 reasons why being an inventor is little like Mission Impossible. As an inventor, you've chosen an arena where 95 don't profit - and the marketplace is brutal. But success comes from staying in the game and moving forward. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan shares a few thoughts and epiphanies from recording a podcast for over 7 years. He shares something unique he does in editing that most podcasters don't do - that improves the listener's experience. He also encourages you to spread the word - share the podcast with others. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought Alan shares 3 quick tips to destress your life - now. The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle - is a great book to destress. You will likely reread parts of it many times. The second tip from passages from the book. The third tip is a funny website. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Elliott Heinrich. Elliott Heinrich saw Amazon as a great platform to sell his Oil Udder no mess oil change invention. Initially, he spent a lot on ads, but got few sales. Then, he found a creative way to promote a totally new product on Amazon. Today, both of his products sell successfully on Amazon. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode.  Email: [email protected]

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought invites you to attend a Free training workshop - Tap the Power of AI. In the workshop - you'll learn to use a powerful Agentic AI tool to find up to 30 companies to license your product. You'll get results in minutes instead of the weeks it might take you. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan is now offering podcast listeners something special - Your Summer Sale. Listen in to learn how you can snag 50% off the regular price for 1 hour of 1-on-1 coaching. Personal coaching is one of the most powerful ways that Alan helps inventors to gain real traction. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought shares 3 key parts to licensing your invention - and how he can help you. It starts with a clear, concise, and compelling marketing message - the foundation to licensing. Then you need to find companies and contacts. Alan uses Agentic AI to help. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan shares a simple two-step process to get unstuck - to get into action. It's called the SA Formula. Get away to a quiet place - and then spend 15 or 20 minutes in silence with your eyes closed. Great ideas come from being silent with your thoughts. Then, take action. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought Alan shares 3 reasons why personal growth is painful. Personal growth is stressful and painful because we are doing something new - that we are not very good at. Tune in to learn why our brain pushes back on change - and prefers the status quo. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

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 to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.KaraWater.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought Alan shares the 2 paths inventors can take to commercialize your inventions. Choose trial-and-error - figure it out yourself; or you can get help from me. Trial-and-error takes a lot of time and money - often thousands are wasted. I can help. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Matthew Freed. Matthew Freed transitioned from a music and TV guru to an inventor. Matthew's business partner, Lesley Mashburn, loved bow fishing - but hated losing expensive bows to the bottom of the lake. He and Matthew worked together to invent Delta Buoy - a flotation solution for fishing equipment. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.DeltaBuoy.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought Alan shares the 3 elements that must be in your Licensing Pitch Package. You must have a clear, concise, and compelling marketing message. Also you need a curated list of companies to contact - and names, titles, and emails of specific contacts. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews James Siedlack. As a OR nurse and consultant, James Siedlack saw a risk: arms and legs of patients were not held securely to the operating table. He invented StopGuard - a side railing to fit easily to the table, preventing any limbs from sliding off the table. His product reduces OR risks. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. email: [email protected]

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought shares why inventors must clearly illustrate the problem - before they'll understand your solution. Inventors see problems everywhere - poorly designed products - so they find solutions. Most people see poor products as the status quo - not as problems. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan shares the story of an interesting, successful iconic game - Twister. As a new game, Twister got off to a slow start in 1966. Some thought a game that twisted humans on a mat seemed too risque. Tune in to learn which TV show sparked a turnaround in the fortunes of Twister. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought addresses the unique life of an inventor. Alan Answers 4 questions to help you convert your chaos into calibrated chaos. It is challenging for creatives to achieve success - so Alan provides keys to stay on track and to manage the chaos. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Bill Seidel - product marketing innovator. Bill Seidel developed diverse products - including the first baby monitor - and trained innovation students. Today, he owns AmericaInvents.com and continues to mentor and educate inventors and marketers. He's an author for Inventors Digest and publishes "Think Marketing." Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.AmericaInvents.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought shares 5 Proven Steps to Invention Success. Alan provides 5 sequential steps to follow to achieve invention success. These are proven steps that have worked for him and hundreds of successful inventors.  They can work for you too - if you follow them! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Aneela Idnani - inventor of the Keen 2 bracelet. After suffering for years with a psychological disorder that caused her to pull out all her eyebrows, Aneela Idnani invented a solution - the Keen 2 bracelet. The Keen 2 bracelet has changed habits and touched thousands of lives all over the globe. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.habitaware.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan asks, "Can you succeed without me?" More broadly, he means, can you succeed on your own as an inventor without help from him or another mentor?  Of course you can! Success is never guaranteed - but there is a lot of misinformation out there too. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan shares his purpose for starting the podcast, plus he asks you 5 questions. As a podcaster, nothing is more valuable than feedback from listeners. This episode provides the forum for you to answer 5 questions - great feedback for Alan. I look forward to hearing your questions. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought addresses AI disruption and AI opportunity. AI is both a massive disruptor and an opportunity - in today's workforce. AI disrupts formerly stable jobs, but also empowers people to do more work in less time. Inventors can benefit from the latter. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Julieta Hughes. Julieta Hughes found a love for art at age 3 when chicken pox kept her home. As an artist, she found properly proportioning portraits difficult, so she invented the solution: the Face Mapper. Today artists use Face Mapper to align the key facial features for a perfect portrait every time. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.JulietaKHughesArt.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought asks you a simple question. Do you have too little time? You may feel that you have too little time - there aren't enough hours in the day for you. Right? Well, wrong. You have exactly 24 hours every day. You will get done the things that matter to you. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Rick Stockton. Rick Stockton's scientist dad and he both loved design. Rick graduated from Texas A&M as an engineer, then spent 15 years in automotive design. Later he transitioned to medical products. Today, as a design consultant, Rick now helps inventors to create prototypes that perfectly fit their needs. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.JRStockton.com

Today's Thursday Thought is Join a Mastermind Group. Alan answers 3 questions about mastermind groups - and why you should join one. Inventors benefit from collaborating with each other to share experiences, challenges, and resources. Alan also invites you to join his Mastermind Group. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan admonishes you, "Don't Let Them Sink Your Dream."  Well-meaning friends may advise you to give up on your invention - "It's too risky," they say. Even the voice in your head may advise giving up. Don't let either sink your dream! Listen to your logical reasons to continue! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought asks you a simple question. Are you on a mission? During the many dark nights, you'll face as an inventor - you'll ask yourself: Why am I doing this? Listen to learn why you must be on a mission bigger than yourself. Just making money will not sustain you. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Lily Asongfac. Lily Asongfac is a Cameroonian engineer who leverages her success to inspire youth to explore options in space. As a child, learning about Neil Armstrong walking on the moon - drove her to learn about space. Today, she is a recognized leader in space who drives collaborations across the globe. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. email:  [email protected]

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is about sleep. The recommended sleep duration for adults is about 7 - 9 hours, but many get less than 7 hours of sleep at night. Sleep deprivation is associated with increased risk of heart disease and many ailments. Make it a priority to get at least 7 hours of sleep each night for your optimum health. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Dave Dussault. Dave Dussault grew up loving cold chilled coffee - except the flavor was lacking. So, he invented a way to snap chill hot coffee - for a tastier cold coffee. Today, his Snapchill coffee sells all over the U.S. through 200 roasters - allowing millions to experience full flavored cold coffee. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.Snapchill.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is 3 Free Resources for Inventors. Alan shares 3 free online resources you can begin using today to improve your productivity. Learn how to tweak and improve the impact of your emails, find companies to license to, and find emails of contacts.  Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Todd Hanson. Todd Hanson is an avid deer hunter - who decided to design an improved deer cart. He invented an innovative deer cart that easily carries game and gear, but also installs without unloading to the hitch hauler on the back of a vehicle. His Compass Cart carriers gear of all types over rough terrain. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. website:  www.CompassCarts.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is about the Creative Quandary. Ever wonder if you're using your time productively? Are you even doing the right thing? Those two questions are the creative quandary for inventors. Alan provides a 3-step process to evaluate the best answer for you. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Ryan Meers. Ryan Meers has developed a diverse range of products over his 25 year career. He's spent 9 years working with Zeen - evolving the design - giving mobility and autonomy to a wider range of disabled and wheelchair bound people.   Now children weighing 50 lbs. to adults up to 325 lbs. can enjoy benefits.    Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.GoZeen.com  

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is Stop and Smell the Roses. We live busy lives. Though we live in the present moment, our minds are often focused on the past - or worried about the future. Alan suggests that you stop, frequently, to smell the roses - focus your attention on the here and now.  Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Allen Boldt. Allen Boldt grew up in St. Louis and retired from a career as a product design specialist. One of his brothers-in-law asked Allen to design a less bulky, comfortable gun holster for conceal carry usage. After many prototypes, his Gun to Wear holsters are custom fit. Gun owners love his improved holsters. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. eBay: search GuntoWear  

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is Leverage Your Time with AI. AI is accelerating technology at Warp Speed. Leaders in the AI technology change places weekly, sometimes daily. It can feel overwhelming. Good news! Alan can help you - with the Tap the Power of AI workshop.  Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

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 podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Email: [email protected]

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought is Don't Bemoan Your Comfort Zone. We inventors love doing things inside our comfort zone - creating new products. Alan shares why pushing through comfort zones is crucial.  To succeed - you must learn to take on new skills outside your comfort zone.  Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Brad Little. Brad Little is a Toronto inventor who wanted to help women to find things in their purses. His product is a unique purse light that lights up the entire interior of a purse. Brad describes how he worked through challenges to ensure prototypers understand and create the product he wants.  Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Email:  [email protected]

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought is compare and despair. It's in our nature to compare ourselves with others. But as an inventor, comparing your success - with that of any other inventor is unfruitful. Compare yourself today - only with yourself yesterday - for best results.  Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Today, Alan describes 3 perspectives about AI, specific to inventors.  AI is advancing very rapidly, and it can be daunting learning to use these powerful tools to save time, effort, and money. Learn to improve your productivity - by "dipping your toes in the water" with AI now. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan posits that confused customers don't buy. Alan describes how children ask many questions - but adults tend to ask few questions, especially when they're confused.  This means that your marketing message must be clear, concise, and compelling.  Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews Curtis Breville. Curtis' aha invention idea came when his daughter's friend suffered after eating spicy hot sauce. Curtis gave him crushed hops from a brewing jar and the pain was gone. Curtis invented a cooling mouth spray that prevents pain from spicy foods. Today he sells his Dr. B's Elixir everywhere.  Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.DrBsElixir.com

Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan asks what category of inventor describes you. Alan briefly describes 3 different inventor categories and what distinguishes each of them.  They range from pure dreamers - to doers - and everything in between. But only one of them makes money. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Alan interviews John Goneau. John Goneau has been an artist his entire life and loves to paint. Seven years ago, he slipped off a ladder rung - falling 26 feet onto a picket fence. Paramedics saved his life. This accident led him to invent The Perch - to provide safer footing for ladders and reduce the risk of falls. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.ThePerchLLC.com