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What Makes inventRight Different? A Clear Look at Gateway

Stephen KeyApril 16, 20260 comments0 views

When inventors and product-based entrepreneurs search for help licensing their ideas or products, one question comes up consistently: What makes inventRight different from other invention services? The short answer: inventRight's Gateway program is built around transparency, selectivity, and accountable outreach backed by a concrete outcome: 10 company responses or your money back. A Real Gap…

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You Don't Have an Idea Problem. You Have a Traction Problem.

Stephen KeyMarch 26, 20260 comments0 views

Why smart inventors with real products still struggle —and what they're doing about it.

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How Much Work It Really Takes to Submit Product Ideas to Companies: 6 Real Examples

Dana KnowlesMarch 20, 20260 comments0 views

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…

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Product Idea Licensing: How to Get Companies to Respond Quickly

Stephen KeyMarch 18, 20260 comments0 views

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……

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Solopreneurs, Is Your Product Secretly Stalling? The 3 Walls of Scale

Stephen KeyMarch 10, 20260 comments0 views

The rules that got you here won't get you there. Real entrepreneurs share what happens when you hit the scaling wall.

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How to License an Existing Product (When Sales Stall on Amazon or Online)

Stephen KeyMarch 10, 20260 comments0 views

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…

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How Inventor April Mitchell Went from inventRight Member to Award-Winner

inventRightDecember 11, 20250 comments0 views

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...

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The Truth About inventRight Coaching (Does It Really Work?)

inventRightOctober 30, 20250 comments0 views

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...

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The Power of Licensing: How Smart Inventors and Entrepreneurs Scale Faster

inventRightOctober 30, 20250 comments0 views

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...

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The Missing Link in Product Licensing: inventRight Gateway

inventRightJuly 21, 20250 comments0 views

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.

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Licensing Process: How Kevin Curtis Turned His Electronics Passion into Royalties

inventRightJanuary 16, 20250 comments0 views

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...

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Launching a Product Like Squatty Potty: Judy Edwards' Success Story and Lessons

inventRightJanuary 9, 20250 comments0 views

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...

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How to Launch a Product: Insights from Inventor Corky Newcomb

inventRightDecember 1, 20240 comments0 views

Discover Corky Newcomb’s inspiring journey and learn expert tips on how to launch a product, from pitching to patenting and scaling ideas.

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How to Turn an Idea Into a Product: Lessons from Al Smith Jr.

inventRightNovember 16, 20240 comments0 views

Learn how to turn an idea into a product with prototyping, patents, and selling strategies, featuring lessons from inventor Al Smith Jr.

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Before inventRight, I Struggled For 20 Years

Dana KnowlesOctober 24, 20240 comments0 views

With the help of inventRight, Dana fulfilled her goal of inventing something and bringing it to market. Learn her story.

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IPWatchdog LIVE 2024: Key Insights on Intellectual Property for Inventors

Stephen KeyOctober 9, 20240 comments0 views

Discover key insights on intellectual property for inventors from IPWatchdog LIVE 2024, featuring expert panels and valuable industry takeaways.

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Get Paid For Your Ideas: Cigdem’s Success Story

Stephen KeySeptember 27, 20240 comments0 views

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...