

Inventors Helping Inventors
Alan Beckley
Welcome to a podcast for inventors and innovators where each Monday we interview successful inventors and ask them the questions you want to know.
You'll learn the tools, tips, and tactics expert inventors use to achieve success - so you can get your invention out of the tank and into the bank!
You'll learn the tools, tips, and tactics expert inventors use to achieve success - so you can get your invention out of the tank and into the bank!
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Jun 13, 2024 • 8min
#415 - From Disappointment to Decision - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Inventing is full of ups and downs - including exciting news and disappointments. Alan shares 4 key steps to help you respond after a disappointment - then to make a decision that will serve you. What is most important is not the disappointment - but what you choose to do about it. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Jun 10, 2024 • 34min
414 - Pennsylvania inventor solves the hard-to-open pill bottle dilemma with SnapSlide - Rocky Batzel
Alan interviews Rocky Batzel. Rocky Batzel's grandmother struggled to open the push-and-twist caps on her pill bottles. Rocky thought there ought to be a way to make child-resistant caps easier to open - so he invented SnapSlide. Soon, his innovative SnapSlide pill bottle cap will soon be available to pharmacies everywhere. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.SnapSlide.com

Jun 6, 2024 • 8min
#413 - The Difference Between Critics and Negative Neds - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Along your invention journey - you'll encounter both critics and negative Neds of your product. Alan shares the key differences between critics and negative Neds. Also, which one you should listen to and which one to ignore. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

Jun 3, 2024 • 40min
#412 - EZ Light Wraps inventor beautifies ugly bathroom lighting - Marj Weir
Alan interviews Marj Weir. As a realtor, it perplexed Marj why beautiful homes - often featured glaring, ugly lights in the bathroom. She longed for a better way. So, she invented EZLightWraps - to beautify and soften bathroom lighting. Today, her EZLightWraps beautify American home lighting - one bathroom at a time. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.EZLightWraps.com

May 30, 2024 • 7min
#411 -The What Do I Do Next Spiral - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan shares why inventors often fall prey to a "What Do I Do Next?" spiral because they seek clarity and certainty. This spiral of fear may sidetrack you for months - or cause you to give up on your invention. Learn how to trust yourself and move forward through uncertainty and fear. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

May 27, 2024 • 38min
#410 - Michigan inventor learns creative ways to optimize sales on Amazon - Elliott Heinrich
Alan interviews Elliott Heinrich. Elliott Heinrich saw Amazon as a great platform to sell his Oil Udder no mess oil change invention. Initially, he spent a lot on ads, but got few sales. Then, he found a creative way to promote a totally new product on Amazon. Today, both of his products sell successfully on Amazon. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Email: www.Elliott@OilUdder.com

May 23, 2024 • 9min
#409 - Why Passion is More Important Than Profit - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan shares why passion is more important for inventors than profit, especially in the beginning. Each inventor experiences times when they ask themselves, "Why am I doing this?". If they feel passionate about the clear benefits of their product, they will have an answer. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

May 20, 2024 • 32min
#408 - Michigan inventor renames his pet-washing product to increase sales - Kevin Moran
Alan interviews Kevin Moran. Kevin Moran discovered his dog was frightened of the noise and strong spray of being washed in the shower. So, he invented a pet-friendly washing system - the 5 Minute Pet Bath. Today, his 5-Minute Pet Bath provides a gentle, enjoyable bathing experience for both the pooch and the person. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.5minutepetbath.com

May 16, 2024 • 8min
#407 - What Humans Can Learn from Squirrels - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan shares wisdom from squirrels. He describes two ways that squirrels behave that would benefit humans, as well. Whereas humans spend most of our time thinking about the past or future, squirrels live in the now - the only time that matters. Humans could learn from them. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com

May 13, 2024 • 16min
#406 - The Next 400 Podcast Episodes - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan shares why he started the podcast - and a bit about his goal of helping 1 million inventors to succeed. He also describes why he believes a podcast is the best way to reach and help the most inventors. Lastly, he shares how you can give him your ideas for improving the podcast. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com