

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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Feb 17, 2025 • 37min
#485 - Israeli inventor solves the hot, stuffy garage problem - with solar ventilation - Erez Halfon
Alan interviews Erez Halfon. Erez Halfon liked working in his garage - but it lacked ventilation - and got hot and stuffy inside. He invented the solution - a solar-powered ventilation system that cooled with fans. Today, he markets his Zula Ventilation system to homeowners who love his solution to stuffy garages. 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.MobenoSolarSolutions.com

Feb 13, 2025 • 7min
#484 - 3 Perils of Paranoia - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan shares that inventors tend to be cautious - even paranoid. This is because unscrupulous copycats are always stalking inventors. But there are 3 perils to excessive caution - inventor paranoia. Listen in to learn 3 reasons why being paranoid causes many inventors to fail. 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

Feb 10, 2025 • 12min
#483 - Your Idea is not a Product - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Alan describes why ideas are not products. Ideas cannot be produced or licensed and they aren't particularly unique. Alan also shares the 3 phases of converting your idea into a product - that someone could buy. Learn about the design phase, the prototyping phase and the validation. 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

Feb 6, 2025 • 8min
#482 - Are You Willing to Challenge Your Beliefs - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan asks a simple question: Are you willing to challenge your beliefs? To achieve success you must be willing to your beliefs. Alan shares a key belief that is aligned with invention success. Also, he provides 2 common inventor beliefs that could be holding you back. 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

Feb 3, 2025 • 27min
#481 - Canadian software engineer invents a foldable welding screen - Greg Fredin
Alan interviews Greg Fredin. Greg Fredin's father was a mining executive, so the family traveled all over Canada. Greg became a software developer who worked previously as a welder. At that time, he invented an innovative foldable welding screen. He innovates in high-tech while considering options for his welding screen. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. LinkedIn: Greg Fredin

Jan 30, 2025 • 7min
#480 - 3 Steps to Deal with Uncertainty - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan describes 3 steps to deal with uncertainty. Every aspect of inventing is surrounded with uncertainty. Alan shares 3 steps he's used to stay on track and keep moving forward despite uncertainty. He also shares a great book all about working through uncertainty. 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

Jan 27, 2025 • 29min
#479 - Toronto inventor's bright idea invention lights up in your hand - Brad Little
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/ALANBJAN #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Alan interviews Brad Little. Brad Little is a Toronto inventor who wanted a simple invention with a wow factor. His product is a unique light bulb that lights up in your hand with a logo printed on it. 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.Bright.Promo

Jan 23, 2025 • 5min
#478 - What Can You Buy for 35 Dollars - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan describes typical consumable items consumers can purchase for 35 dollars. Then he describes the benefit of investing only 35 dollars to join the Inventors Helping Inventors membership group. He offers a unique bonus to podcast listeners who join before February 14. 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

Jan 20, 2025 • 31min
#477 - Jacksonville inventor creates hands-free go anywhere retractable towel - Sara Slettebo
Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with my link: https://www.magicmind.com/ALANBJAN #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Alan interviews Sara Slettebo. As a jogger, Sara Slettebo wanted an easy access towel to wipe from her space. So, she invented the solution - Dry in Stride - a hands-free retractable towel. 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.dryinstride.com

Jan 16, 2025 • 5min
#476 - Keep the Ball in Your Court - Alan Beckley
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan describes a common communication error that inventors make during their first phone call to a prospective licensing prospect. To use a basketball analogy: they fail to "keep the ball in their court." Learn how you can act proactively to better control your marketing results. 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