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By Stephen Key | April 16, 2026
Inventing
Why smart inventors with real products still struggle —and what they're doing about it.
Pitching
Many inventors and entrepreneurs believe they can submit product ideas to companies for licensing and simply wait for a response. In reality, getting companies to review a product idea often requires months of outreach, research, and follow-up. Even when an inventor is ready to submit product ideas to companies, the real challenge is often getting the right…
Licensing
Many inventors and entrepreneurs believe the hardest part of licensing a product idea is contacting companies. It's not. The real challenge is getting companies to respond. If you've tried reaching out to companies about licensing your product, you've probably discovered this firsthand. You send the email. You explain the idea. You follow up. And then……
Inventing
The rules that got you here won't get you there. Real entrepreneurs share what happens when you hit the scaling wall.
Licensing
When does it make sense to license an existing product? If you're already selling a product and asking questions like: You're not alone, and you're not failing. These are some of the most common questions inventors and small product businesses ask once they've moved past the idea stage and into the reality of selling. This…
Inventors
About Toy & Game Inventor April Mitchell Inventor April Mitchell has become a familiar name in the world of toys, games, novelty items, and housewares. A military spouse, mom of four, former educator, and founder of 4A’s Creations, LLC , she has licensed multiple products to companies around the world...
Coaching
If you’ve spent any time researching how to bring your product ideas to market, chances are you’ve come across inventRight. Founded by Stephen Key and Andrew Krauss, inventRight has built a global coaching program that teaches inventors how to bring their product ideas to market through licensing. But the question...
Licensing
Expectations matter, especially when it comes to licensing. That’s why we want to be clear about what inventRight's Gateway program is — and what it isn’t. inventRight's Gateway program isn’t coaching. It isn’t a “blast your idea to a bunch of companies” service. And it isn’t for people who are...
Licensing
Struggling to get companies to respond to your product idea? You’re not alone. For 25 years, inventRight has taught inventors how to license—but outreach remained the biggest barrier. That’s why we created Gateway: a trusted system that gets your vetted submission in front of companies ready to review outside ideas. Discover how Gateway bridges the gap between pitching and getting real results.
Licensing
If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your ideas into products and earning royalties, Kevin Curtis’s story will inspire you. A self-taught inventor with a background in electronics, Kevin has built a career by licensing his innovative tools to companies and living off the royalties. In a recent interview with Stephen...
Product Development
Judy Edwards , co-creator of Squatty Potty , turned a personal challenge into an internationally recognized brand. Her journey from a practical need to Shark Tank success is a masterclass in launching a product and scaling it globally. The Problem That Sparked an Idea Judy Edwards dealt with chronic constipation...
Product Development
Discover Corky Newcomb’s inspiring journey and learn expert tips on how to launch a product, from pitching to patenting and scaling ideas.
Product Development
Learn how to turn an idea into a product with prototyping, patents, and selling strategies, featuring lessons from inventor Al Smith Jr.
Coaching
With the help of inventRight, Dana fulfilled her goal of inventing something and bringing it to market. Learn her story.
Intellectual Property
Discover key insights on intellectual property for inventors from IPWatchdog LIVE 2024, featuring expert panels and valuable industry takeaways.
Licensing
Is it possible to get paid for your ideas? Yes. Most people think the only way to get paid for your ideas is by starting a business, but that isn’t true. It’s possible to get paid for your ideas without starting a business through the licensing business model . When...
Licensing
Learn from my biggest licensing mistake. Understand how to avoid a critical licensing mistake and manage potential contract breaches effectively.
Licensing Agreement
Learn key strategies for negotiating a licensing agreement. Discover when to involve a licensing attorney and avoid common mistakes.
Licensing Agreement
Discover the top 2 mistakes to avoid in a product licensing agreement. Learn how to protect your idea and ensure companies perform as promised.
Licensing
Discover why companies won't license your product. Learn the common mistakes and how to avoid red flags to improve your chances of success.
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