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Invention Help BooksFrom reading literally hundreds of good and bad invention help books over the years, I have put together a list of invention books that I think are the best around. But don't only listen to me, why not read other reviews besides my own that I have put together.
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The Einstein Factor : A Proven New Method for Increasing Your Intelligence by Win Wenger, Ph.D
"The Einstein Factor liberates mental abilities you didn’t know you had. I tried the techniques in the book and they paid off instantly. It’s almost scary."—Duncan Maxwell Anderson, senior editor, Success.
Why do I recommend it?
Of the hundreds of creativity books that I have read, including many Edward de Bono books, The Einstein Factor has more powerful techniques and ideas than I have ever come across. ImageStreaming, as discussed in this book, is the best creativity tool available. I have come up with literally hundreds of ideas and inventions through ImageStreaming. It works so well that I suggest you give it a try before buying this book by going to Win Wenger's site. The Einstein Factor uses ImageStreaming as the foundation for even greater techniques.
Book description
New research suggests that the superior achievements of famous thinkers may have been more the result of mental conditioning than genetic superiority. Now you can learn to condition your mind in the same way and improve your performance in virtually all aspects of mental ability, including memory, quickness, IQ, and learning capacity.Intelligence pioneer Dr. Win Wenger has identified the tools you need to reach greater levels of sharpness, insight, and overall intelligence. Using Wenger’s Image Streaming technique, you learn to bypass inhibitions and access the hypernormal capabilities hidden in your own subconscious. Discover how you can: ·Read faster and learn more quickly ·Induce a state of total creative absorption ·Access powerful subconscious insights through visualization The Einstein Factor is your key to living an extraordinarily effective and creative life!
Why do others recommend it?
John A Storey: For anyone who loves to learn,
This book describes itself as a proven new method for increasing your
intelligence. There have certainly been many years of experimentation,
research and teaching behind the methods presented. If you like
learning, then you'll probably love a book about learning, and this is
no disappointment: plenty of practical techniques to try out and a
guarantee, I would say, that even if your intelligence doesn't change,
your intuition will definitely have improved for practising these
methods.
Central to the book is the technique of "image streaming". The
main idea behind this is that we all have a constant stream of images
flowing out from our subconscious minds, but traditional education and
upbringing has generally taught us to screen out these images. So
successful has our screening become, many of us believe that we don't
have such images at all, and cannot "visualise" with eyes
closed. The authors however reassure us that everybody has these images.
Image streaming is the way to kick-start and develop our awareness of
them. One particularly effective part of this technique is to use your
own voice as a kind of feedback loop to reinforce and solidify the
process of visualisation. I was surprised at how well a rich, sensory,
and vocal description added to the vividness of my images.
Having laid the foundations with this basic technique, it can them be
put to practical use is all sorts of ways: re-examining your own past,
solving problems, answering questions intuitively for yourself and
others. The research behind the book shows in the scientific theorising
behind these and other techniques although, very often, the authors have
to conclude that they don't really know why these intuitive techniques
work; they just do!
Selling your invention
Turn
Your Idea or Invention into Millions
by Don Kracke
Why do I recommend it?
This guy has so much energy that becomes conveyed through to you as you read his book. It makes you excited about the entire invention process and gets you into the right mindset to get your ideas flowing and then get them selling. Kracke explains that you need not only have a "once-in-a-lifetime" million-dollar idea but can build a network of inventions that all bring in years of cash.
Why do others recommend it?
Caleb Chung, Co-Inventor of the Furby Toy Michael W. Boehm, President of Intellection, Ltd. and Inventor of the George Foreman Fusion Grill and the Pillsbury Ultimate Mixing Bowl
Midwest Book Review
Any[one] interested in the world of inventions or creative design
will find Turn Your Idea Or Invention Into Millions an important guide
to thinking like a professional inventor, from obtaining patents,
copyrights and trademarks to calculating wholesale and retail prices and
avoiding scams. Any inventor will find this packed with important,
practical applications. Entrepreneur
Magazine: Bringing Your Product to Market Why do I recommend it?
I like this book because the author, Don Debelak, is sincere. He does not tell you that it will be easy to bring your product to market, he tells you as it is. The first chapter is called "Facing Realities: Hard Work Lies Ahead". He does, however, help you to achieve a point where you are confident that your idea is marketable. I think that the book's greatest strength is making the inventor feel confident about his idea and helping him project this confidence to possible developers. Knowing when your product is market ready Creating a step-by-step product-to-market strategy Adjusting your strategy to changing market conditions Finding financial help from investors, manufacturers, and distributors Having manufacturers pay development costs prior to licensing ENTREPRENEUR Magazine is the banner publication of the Entrepreneur Magazine Group. It has the largest newsstand circulation of any business monthly with a total ABC-audited circulation of 410,000. DON DEBELAK is President of DSD Marketing, an inventor assistance firm. He has personally helped more than 100 entrepreneurs market and sell their products successfully. Also available from the Entrepreneur Magazine library: The Entrepreneur Magazine Small Business Advisor The Entrepreneur Magazine Small Business Answer Book Guide to Integrated Marketing Human Resources for Small Businesses Making Money with Your Personal Computer Small Business Legal Guide Starting a Home-Based Business Starting an Import/Export Business Successful Advertising for Small Businesses SPECIAL OFFERS! FREE issue of Entrepreneur Magazine 50% discount on Entrepreneur Magazine subscription 1/2 price admission to any Entrepreneur Magazine Small Business Expo Discount on American Entrepreneurs Association membership See details and coupons in back of book.
Why do others recommend it? John Dunbar: This is probably the best book on new product development... for the entrepreneur (those with a great idea, and somewhat limited budget). I ordered this book from Amazon after I read another of his books, Infilitration Marketing). I thought the previous book was A+, and I give that score to this book as well. I have also ordered his Marketing Plan book, but haven't read it yet. I put this book up their with those of Barry Feig (Straight to the Heart, The New Products Workshop). But this book, Bringing Your Product To Market, is the best overall book for product development - more encompassing. It has lots of marketing material, but also lots of new product development ideas, how (and if, when) to license, how to manufacture (mostly contract manufacture). His book is the best over all book... and thus would be that one book to buy that includes it all. Unlike other books on new product marketing, he doesn't go endlessly on about how to patent your product, how to hire a lawyer, and other side issues. This is much more practical: it presents a phased plan of new product development, market research, market testing, etc. Contract manufacturing, patents and licensing (excellently done) is then discussed in terms of this phased approach. The purpose of this book is to get you away from developing a monument to yourself and to control urging of your ego to not listen to what the market is trying to say. His checklist and phased approach almost forces you to spend less on the front end than you normally would, and to constantly check the market's reactions. In this regard, the book is EXCELLENT PLUS. I have not seen any other book that is so practical, yet filled with marketing insight. I would say that if you followed his advice, you would triple your odds of success. Every page oozes with practical experience (he consults with new product developers). He gives ratios and rules of thumbs for many subjects... again, based on his experience. He also provides lots of examples that illustrate his points. I would recommend that you order any of this guy's stuff. His marketing book was great, and I look forward to reading his marketing plan book. I would also recommend your reading Feig's book, which goes into more detail in the market research and product idea development phase. Oh, one last thing, I underlined about 60 % of just about every page in this book. I've filed it under the Dewey Decimal System of "A+".
Licensing your invention
by Richard Stim.
Why do I recommend it?
Firstly, Richard Stim is a licensing attorney, so he knows what he's talking about. Secondly, he writes in common English and not legal-speak. Thirdly, he has a lot more experience than most on the subject and can give practical advice. I recommend reading this book before going to an attorney, as it will make you an expert on the entire licensing process (perhaps more so than your attorney!).
License Your Invention provides both the practical marketing advice and the legal licensing language you need to turn your invention into a moneymaker. Step by step, this book explains the key elements in a licensing agreement, from advances and royalties to the length of an agreement. It also explains complex concepts such as warranties, indemnity and reservation of rights – all in plain English. Learn how to: *understand the licensing process *determine your ownership rights *work with agents effectively *find potential licensors *show your invention while protecting your work *negotiate a fair licensing deal *draft your own comprehensive licensing agreement *understand, review and negotiate changes The completely updated 4th edition
provides a new section on international licensing and expanded
information on invention ownership rights for university and government
employees. Why do others recommend it?
Stephen Paul Gnass, Founder Invention Connection® With this one creative work, Attorney Richard Stim has given the inventor lightening power [like the art on the cover shows] in understanding what it takes to license an invention. It's easy to grasp because it's written in layman's terms. He has graphs on the licensing process, with forms in the back of the book as well sample agreements. He's given the inventor the tools and formats for licensing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, option agreements, contract work, agency letters, etc. And, all these agreements are also on a disk which is included with the book. He's outdone himself. I can't say enough about what Richard has put into this excellent licensing course for the inventor. I believe that it not only helps the independent novice inventor, but is also a good reference for those who consider themselves experts. Even attorneys should find this an excellent addition to their legal library. I recommend it highly. Accolades to Richard
The
Inventor's Bible: How to Market and License Your Brilliant Ideas
Why do I recommend it?
The Inventor's Bible has a lot of great case studies that will give you years worth of experience without having to make the same mistakes yourself (!). It also gives you comprehensive and excellent advice on finding the right companies to market your product, and then on dealing with them. I also like the checklists that he gives you,for instance in choosing the right company, to make sure you're doing it right.
Why do others recommend it?
Ed
Zimmer, The Entrepreneur Network. If you have developed your invention to the stage where it is "proven to be functional and is sound from an engineering standpoint", how do you license a company to manufacture and market it? This book may provide you with the information needed for you to license your invention. The author points out that while every case is unique, generally speaking, licensing an invention is an easier route to go than outright sale or attempting to manufacture your product yourself. He explains how your "know how" may be an important ingredient in your licensing deal. In fact, you may make more money from consulting fees than from the patent itself. Docie stresses the importance of using common sense and that communicating effectively is vital to your success. He points out there is a vast amount of information out there that can be had -- and often at very low cost. Emphasis is placed on the value of locating the key people in the industry that would use your invention and of finding "champions" within the companies who will support your efforts to license your invention. Each industry has its own system of distribution. You can and must determine how your invention fits into the scheme of distribution. Understanding how distributors, buyers and manufacturer agents function in your invention's industry is critical to your progress. Also, understanding how the needs of catalog or mail-order markets differ from retail channels can be a key bit of knowledge. Attending trade shows can yield important information as to who the key decision makers are at various companies. Docie gives tips as to how attending these trade shows can be done on a surprisingly low budget. Once your have determined possible licensees, which are the ones to contact? He gives an 8-point check list for selecting potential licensees and a list of 7 cautions to guide you in your first conversations with the key decision makers. This is followed by a list of 26 questions regarding market information (such as how a company has worked with outside inventors), what their manufacturing capabilities are and company background questions. He cautions you must clearly explain your invention but at the same time not give away any trade secrets or confidential information. The subject of confidentiality agreements is discussed from various standpoints including the author's view after over 20 years' of experience. A disclosure agreement form that has served him well is reproduced. The book suggests ways to realistically calculate manufacturing costs and why "approaching the engineering department may be the kiss of death". The pros and cons of the new patent office system of provisional patent applications are given. An example of an actual submission letter used by Docie Marketing is reproduced. A sample of a non-exclusive license contract is also reproduced. Various licensing strategies, factors and how to negotiate licensing agreements are discussed. These include how to maintain licensees' quality standards and how to monitor their sales. His chapter 7, Industry Survey of Invention Evaluation and Marketing Firms, is a must read for every inventor. The author does not pull any punches. He includes in the "rip-off" category some patent attorneys who fail to point out to their clients that their patent claims may be so weak as to make their patent commercially worthless. He lists 13 factors inventors should consider in selecting an evaluation service firm. Three case histories give, in detail, examples of the chills, fevers and glories that can take place when you go down the road negotiating a license to your invention. For example, how should you deal with the shock of a patent office rejection of your application for a patent? How would you deal with 18 companies copying your item? The author found himself in exactly that situation and came up with a solution. How do you decide when or if your patience and persistence are stretched to the point of violating common sense? The author suggests many inventors could learn a lot from television detective Columbo -- ask a lot of questions, listen and say no more than necessary. The last chapter has 11 pages of up-to-date resources available to inventors. Reading this book, or any book, will not make you a licensing expert, but it will alert you to many of the landmines out there. The book is down-to-earth and is based on the author's practical hands-on experience in the real world. The pretentious vocabulary some writers seem prone to is avoided.
Patenting your invention
Patent
It Yourself
Why do I recommend it?
I like this book because it is written in plain English that anyone can understand. Many patent books tend to speak in legal jargon that non-lawyers find hard to read. I recommend that you read this book before hiring a patent lawyer. You will then know whether the lawyer is telling you the truth or not. It will also help you understand why your invention needs to have a "novelty" factor in order to succeed in getting a patent and then in order to make money. It's regarded as a classic.
Celebrating 20 years of success! Patent It Yourself is the world's bestselling patent book, recommended by patent attorneys, inventors, librarians and journalists. Patent attorney and former patent examiner David Pressman takes you -- step-by-step and in plain English -- through the entire patent process, from conducting a patent search to filing a successful application. Patent It Yourself also covers: *documenting the invention process The 10th edition of Patent It Yourself is completely updated and revised, providing the latest USPTO filing rules, as well as new amendment rules, mailing rules and fees. It also covers the new European Patent Office and Patent Cooperation Treaty rules. Whether you're new at the inventing game or a grizzled veteran, Patent It Yourself will save you grief, time, and most importantly, mone
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