Invent Anything™

Dec 09 2024 54 ep. 39 mins 2
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In this series, John Cronin and Seth Cronin share insights relating to invention, creativity, and intellectual property. These insights were collected over 17 years at IBM (John became its top inventor with over 100 patents and 150 patent publications) and 35 combined years as intellectual property and innovation consultants at ipCapital Group (working with over 800 companies and approximately 15% of the Fortune 500, hundreds of mid-size companies and hundreds of startups and governmental laboratories).

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Motivating Inventors | Invent Anything #57

Dec 09 2024 50 mins  
Invention has driven progress throughout history, but the journey for inventors is often filled with challenges. Organizations frequently focus on short-term goals, leaving inventors without the resources or recognition they need to succeed. As rule-breakers and outliers, inventors can struggle to navigate traditional corporate structures. Motivation is key to overcoming these bar

Should Executives Use Funding To Develop IP? Invent Anything 56

Nov 20 2024 51 mins  
Should executives invest in IP development? In this episode of Invent Anything, John Cronin explores nine ways to leverage IP in business, including controlling competitors, driving market growth, boosting revenue, reducing costs, leveraging employees, and forming partnerships. Topics also cover improving company valuation, maximizing potential, and using IP in strategic investment

Strategies To Minimize IP Cost | Invent Anything Episode 55

Oct 02 2024 14 mins  
On this edition of Invent Anything, John Cronin focuses on strategies for minimizing intellectual property (IP) costs while maximizing value, especially for startups and early-stage companies. It emphasizes the hidden costs and missed opportunities in managing IP, such as patent fees, legal costs, lost revenue from copycats, and opportunity costs from unprotected ideas. The documen

Inventors at Work: Secrets to Success with Lisa Ascolese, The Inventress | Invent Anything

Sep 19 2024 31 mins  
Join Seth Cronin, CTO of ipCapital Group, as he sits down with Lisa Ascolese, also known as The Inventress. Lisa is a renowned inventor, mentor, product broker, and founder of Inventing A to Z. In this episode, Lisa shares her inspiring journey from her first inventions as a child to her success on QVC and beyond. Discover the mindsets, tools, and advice that can help anyone bring

"Should You Enforce Patents | Invent Anything Episode 53"

Sep 17 2024 42 mins  
In this episode of Invent Anything, John Cronin explores the key factors to consider before deciding to enforce your patents through litigation. Expert Opinions: Seek advice from patent experts to assess the strength of your patent and potential risks. Competitor Analysis: Understand your industry and competitors to determine if enforcement is necessary. Pros: Protects your i

Should a Patent Be Made Litigation Grade

Jul 31 2024 52 mins  
In this episode, John Cronin discusses the concept of litigation-grade patents. He explores what makes a patent litigation-grade and why it’s important, discussing the criteria and strategies for strengthening patents. John also examines the pros and cons of litigation-grade patents, ways to enhance them, and the future role of AI in patent litigation. Whether you're an inven

IP Strategy for Startups | Invent Anything Episode 50

Jul 17 2024 55 mins  
In this episode John Cronin breaks down the essential aspects of intellectual property (IP) management for small startup companies. John debunks common myths, explores how startups can project sophistication on a budget, and discusses the significant role of IP in enhancing business valuation and attracting investors. Learn how to leverage IP for competitive advantage, improve cust

Explore How Prototypes And AI Are Transforming The Prototyping Process | Invent Anything Episode 49

Jun 13 2024 52 mins  
Explore How Prototypes And AI Are Transforming The Prototyping Process | Invent Anything Episode 49Description:In this episode, John Cronin explains the symbiotic relationship between patents and prototypes. Learn how prototyping can enhance your intellectual property (IP) and vice versa. Discover the advancements in prototyping technology, from AI integration to 3D printing, makin

Who is the Inventor? How to Determine Inventorship of a Patent | Invent Anything Episode 48

May 01 2024 53 mins  
Join host John Cronin in answering a common question for inventors, IP executives, and businesses - "Who is the inventor?". From historical figures like Goodyear to modern advances in AI, we explore what it truly means to be an inventor and the impact of inventions on our world. Learn practical strategies for identifying inventors, understanding patent processes, and brin

IP Power Play: Dominate Your Industry with the Patent-Trade Secrets Cross Ruffing Tactic | Invent Anything episode 47

Apr 29 2024 50 mins  
In this episode John explores the strategic integration of patents and trade secrets, exploring their similarities and differences, and how each can be leveraged for enhanced legal protection and business valuation. We discuss Cross Ruff Strategies for boosting patent protection using trade secrets and vice versa, monetization techniques, and sector-specific strategies across Pharm