Forums: Discussions for entrepreneurs and small business.

Just when I thought I was no longer going to invent anything, I got bit by that old bug again! Today I was driving home from the post office and spotted a pickup truck. I instantly had an idea for an accessory. I came home and said "Honey, I may have invented something again" and he was like "Oh boy, here we go." But I explained it to him and he actually thought it was a decent idea. Of course, when you have an idea like that there`s like a 95% chance it`s been done. I did a quick web search and a quick patent search and I can`t find it! I`ll keep looking and I know, chances are, it`s out there - but sometimes it isn`t!

Anyway, I can`t believe I`m thinking about pursuing this AGAIN. I`m excited but I also know how much work it is, and it can be expensive of course. I`m not sure I`m up for it right now. We`ll see.

I hope you all have a great weekend!

Hey Chris,
Maybe you should hire me as the leg work person for a very small share in the profits, if it all goes through. Then you could just point in the directions and provide the skill.

Partners?




-------------------------

Vincent Wilcox (a.k.a. KRAKR)
Drummer
My band: Letters Make Words

My company specializes in these types of situations. When a client provides an idea/concept/product, we do all the research necessary to take that idea/concept/product to market. (Providing, of course, that it is original and does not infringe on any copyrights, etc)

If the project is deemed viable, the client is notified, and recieves a welcome packet with any contracts, documentation, or forms required for the concept to become a business, or be put into production. If production is needed, we can research the cost, suppliers, and will cover marketing and sales.

We do the rest, including filing in their respective state (or a Nevada/Delaware corporation/LLC). Following the conception of the business, the client is provided any help necessary throughout the first 4 years (limits negotiable).


-------------------------

To revitalize your current business, or find the funds for your dream venture, visit www.TopItOffpromotions.com

For consultation and free advice, visit www.RICServices.com

A inventor can not stop thinking to invent other think.

inventor are made like that,

great dont stop because innovation can create and develop your country.

From Stephane Inventor

Thanks guys! I`m still debating if it`s worth pursuing or not. My other patents were for a hair accessory and a way of making custom rubber-type stamps for crafting purposes. Inventing a pickup truck accessory is a little out of my realm, so I need to do some research on how profitable something like this could be - if at all. I mean, maybe the world is saturated with truck stuff. I don`t know. I had a friend of mine sign an NDA and I showed him a sketch, and he thought it was a great idea. I haven`t had time to really research it. I honestly don`t see how this couldn`t have been invented - but then again my other inventions seemed obvious to me, yet I got patents on them both.

As for leg work and marketing/development etc.- I don`t know. I already know how to draft patent applications. I drafted my own before, as well as drew my own drawings and drafted my claims. (I had them all checked over by 2 patent attorneys.) When my examiners rejected certain things, I drove down to Crystal City and met with my examiners and got them to pass. I also marketed my inventions to companies pretty successfully and licensed one and although it got dropped due to their incompetence, I made some money off of the holding fee which enabled us to put a down payment on our home. So, I already know how to do quite a bit of that stuff. I even used to speak at inventor group meetings and flew from NH to Tulsa for an inventor`s summit. I was really into it back then. It`s been a while of course. I was in my mid-twenties when I was doing all of that. I`m now in my mid-30`s with 2 kids and a business. I`m not sure I can handle another invention with everything going on in my life. I guess I`ll keep searching for it and if I don`t find it then I`ll figure out what I want to do.

Thanks everyone!
Chris

Well then, you really have done alot of inventing. Many of my `ideas` are business-related. I am good at coming up with concepts that haven`t been done before, or ways to improve upon an older idea. I like your attitude when it comes to ideas being turned down, etc... You don`t take no for an answer. I`m still learning how to take that approach when rejection comes from the top (mentors, professionals). Well, good luck on your invention, and keep us posted if it is a success. BTW, I drive a pickup truck, so I may end up being a customer in the long haul ;-)

P.Redko


-------------------------

To revitalize your current business, or find the funds for your dream venture, visit www.TopItOffpromotions.com

For consultation and free advice, visit www.RICServices.com

Stephane....That`s true. An inventor can`t stop. (Doesn`t want to stop!)

I refuse

-------------------------

www.EllayWestConcepts.net Ellay West Concepts (Freelance Commercial Writer)

Hi! Ellay even if it`s a lots of work it make us feel that we do someting important ! Me I feel great doing invention and the emotion of satisfaction!

See you and good luck