Inventing
Inventors and entrepreneurs made their case on the debut episode of PBS's "Everyday Edisons" new season, but not all of them seemed quite ready to do so.
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If you think a competitor copied your patented products or services, here are some ways to stand in the way of their efforts.
Quirky's Advice for Inventors: Study the Market
BY Carol Tice
Inventors may know how to pinpoint a problem, but coming up with a product that shoppers want is another challenge entirely. Fortunately for them, Quirky can help.
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Quirky founder Ben Kaufman describes what the iPod and Snuggie blankets have in common. Here's a hint: They both solve consumers' everyday problems. Doing so, says Kaufman, is the key to making a killer product.Project Grow
How to Navigate the New Patent Law
BY Diana Ransom
The age-old patent system is set to be reformed. Here's how the new law might change how or whether you get a patent. 'Quirky' Turns Inventors into Reality TV Stars
BY Diana Ransom
A new reality TV series starring Ben Kaufman and his product development firm Quirky is debuting tonight. Quirky: The Solution to the Innovator's Dilemma
BY Jennifer Wang
At the age of 24, Ben Kaufman already has a successful startup track record. With Quirky, he's tapped into the power of open innovation and created a place where anyone can become an inventor. Inventor Finds True Passion in Toys
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BY Julie Bennett
So you have a genius idea. Here's what it takes to get a new product to market. A Quick Guide to Taking an Invention to Market
BY Tamara Monosoff
Consider these strategies for turning your product idea into a business reality. From Concept to Market--in 10 Months Flat
BY Kara Ohngren
How one entrepreneur navigated the inventing minefield and brought his idea for bass-thumping travel speakers to life Make Customers Your R&D Experts
These entrepreneurs went straight to the source for feedback on product development. Should Your Idea Pass Go?
BY Tamara Monosoff
Proper evaluation could save you both time and money.Don't File for That Patent Yet
BY Tamara Monosoff
Instead of a utility patent, a provisional patent or a trademark could be a better first step. A Surefire Way to Get a Licensing Agreement
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