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Q&A: “Can I sell my ideas for inventions?”

Have a bunch of invention ideas but don’t want to start a business for each one? In this episode, we look at the reality of licensing product concepts—and why execution matters more than creativity.

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Episode 3139

Lots of people have great ideas. Fewer take the next step to test, validate, or bring them into the world.

Today’s question comes from Brandon in Kansas City. He’s an idea machine—always coming up with clever product concepts—but he doesn’t want to become a full-time founder or start a company for every one. He’s wondering if there’s a way to sell or license product ideas without going all-in on patents, prototyping, or high-risk invention platforms.

Let’s talk about how this process really works—and where the opportunities lie if you’re willing to go just a little further than most people do.

"I’ve had a million random product ideas over the years—some are pretty wild, others I think could actually be useful. I’m not an engineer or inventor by trade, but I love coming up with gadgets or tools that solve specific problems. I don’t want to start a full business for each one, but I’ve always wondered if there’s a way to sell or license these ideas to someone else. Is that even realistic? I’ve heard mixed things about those ‘submit your invention’ companies. What’s the best way for an everyday person to get paid for ideas—without going broke filing patents?"

Listen to today's episode to learn more...

Yours in the revolution,

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