

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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Jul 18, 2022 • 38min
#216 - Houston technology guru uses Virtual Reality to save money for businesses - Josh Bankston
Alan interviews Josh Bankston. Houston native, Josh Bankston loved VR video arcades, so he and a partner brought the technology to serve businesses through their company Mace VL. Josh Bankston streamlines hardware from many vendors and provides training to help companies implement VR and AR technology solutions to save money. 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.MaceVL.com

Jul 14, 2022 • 6min
#215 - What If The Opposite Were True - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's episode, Alan shares how inventors get discouraged when their inventions get many rejections. You mind is weighed down by an avalanche of negative thoughts. Turn it around with a positive thought, "What if the opposite were true?" 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 Membership: www.alanbeckley.com/IHI35

Jul 11, 2022 • 37min
#214 - From East Texas to pitching her product on national TV - Lesia Farmer
Alan interviews Lesia Farmer. Lesia Farmer shares with us her experience in pitching her Trap Door Colander invention on national TV. Over 40,000 inventors applied to be on America's Big Deal with Joy Mangano. Lesia was one of only 45 who were chosen. Learn what it's like to sell your invention on national TV. 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.TrapDoorColander.com

Jul 7, 2022 • 5min
#213 - Big Hat, No Cattle - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's episode, Alan shares what "Big Hat, No Cattle" - means for inventors - also why you must avoid this. Pursuing "grand vision" inventions is often a boondoggle. Focus on solving small, annoying problems that millions of people have. 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 Membership: www.alanbeckley.com/IHI35

Jul 4, 2022 • 36min
#212 - Website consultant invents app to help women entrepreneurs thrive - Laurel Anne Stark
Alan interviews Laurel Anne Stark. As a consultant, Laurel Anne Stark helped entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles to success. She noticed that women entrepreneurs faced uniquely difficult challenges not faced by her men clients. After 4 years of research, she invented the Resurgo app to help women entrepreneurs thrive. 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.resurgo.app

Jun 30, 2022 • 6min
#211 - Put Your Blinders On - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's episode, Alan shares why - as an inventor - you often need to 'put your blinders on,' just like a racehorse. Alan describes 2 different scenarios when you need metaphorical 'blinders' to keep focused and move your invention forward. 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 Membership: www.alanbeckley.com/IHI35

Jun 27, 2022 • 11min
#210 - Community and Creative Collaboration - Alan Beckley
Alan gives a special Bonus Training Monday. In today's episode, Alan shares why 'lone wolf' inventors don't succeed - you need a team. Learn the clear advantages that come from investing in community and creative collaboration. Learn 5 areas for community and creative collaboration. 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 Membership: www.alanbeckley.com/IHI35

Jun 23, 2022 • 5min
#209 - Burn in the Belly - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's episode, Alan asks, "Do you have a 'Burn in the Belly' for your invention? That 'burn in the belly' is what keeps you going after countless setbacks. Learn why that determination is absolutely essential to your success. 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 Membership: www.alanbeckley.com/IHI35

Jun 20, 2022 • 28min
#208 - Canadian solves 'purse world problems' with her inventions - Donna Lee
Alan interviews Donna Lee. Donna Lee loves handbags but found that purse accessories often didn't work well for women. At 55, she began inventing with the mission of solving 'purse world problems.' Today she continues to create and sell her inventions to the delight of women 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.NoSacrificeBags.com Website: www.AStrapforThat.com

Jun 16, 2022 • 5min
#207 - Fasten Your Seatbelt - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's episode, Alan shares why the phrase, "Fasten Your Seatbelt," is especially apt for inventors. Your invention journey will be an adventure, but not without turbulence - ups and downs. Your journey will be interesting, fulfilling. 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 Membership: www.alanbeckley.com/IHI35