The Serial Inventing Podcast

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Want to avoid wasting years pitching to the wrong companies? In this 5-minute episode, I share my top three must-have criteria for qualifying companies on your licensing hit list—ensuring they manufacture, distribute, and meet a revenue benchmark. Plus, send her a screenshot of your updated list and get her secret final parameter!

Are you stuck wondering if those “no's” you've gotten are really final? I break down how to track true rejections vs. misleading ones using my handy SNAPP and FALSE acronyms. Learn how to decode responses, keep your pitching momentum, and turn “no” into valuable insights — so you can confidently move forward in your inventor journey. Ready to separate real feedback from false dead ends? Tune in!Show Notes: Pitching Tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u25NN9frs0E

Let's Get Serious.

Are you treating product licensing like a “maybe someday” dream? If you're serious about turning your ideas into income, licensing has to become a non-negotiable. No more excuses — just systems, action, and a new identity as a product licensor.Show Notes:Episode 13: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-13---Following-Your-Dreams-e1svnosEpisode 16 (Not mentioned, but worth a listen in relation to these topics): https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-16---Musical-Chairs-e1v03unEpisode 18: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-18---Why-Your-Identity-is-Holding-you-Back-e20f6opEpisode 29: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-29---The-Quick-Byte-Sacrifice-e285on1Episode 37: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-37---Inventor-Challenge-1-The-Categories-Challenge-e2csou7

Building consistency is a crucial but often overlooked behavior needed to land a licensing deal. If your identity drives behavior, and you want to succeed as an inventor, consistency must become your new normal.Show Notes:Inventor Challenge 1: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-37---Inventor-Challenge-1-The-Categories-Challenge-e2csou7Inventor Challenge 2: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-67---When-was-the-last-time-you-dreamed--Inventor-Challenge-2-e2u36h4Episode 9 on Priorities: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-9---Instead-of-saying-I-dont-have-time-e1qadva

In this Quick Byte episode, I explore the power of intentionality—how every action, from your environment to your mindset, shapes your life. By playing devil's advocate, we challenge whether our choices are truly intentional or just habits. This simple mental shift can lead to greater productivity and happiness.Show Notes:Being Intentional: https://www.weber.edu/academicpeercoaching/blog/being-intentional.html

This episode explores the powerful quote by Dr. John C. Maxwell about the four reasons people change—pain, inspiration, learning, and resources—and how understanding these can help overcome mediocrity. It encourages listeners to identify their barriers to success, take immediate action by listing them out, and seek solutions to move forward in their entrepreneurial or licensing journey.Show Notes:Dr. John C. Maxwell quote: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/v2j2W_e2UZ8

Courtney shares real-world examples, practical ways to implement accountability with someone else, in product licensing, and how this simple shift can keep you engaged, learning, and moving forward. If you've ever found yourself stuck or struggling to stay on track, this episode will give you the tools to build consistency into your process. Tune in to discover how accountability can be the missing piece in your journey—and how to make it work for you!

In this episode, I challenge you to step into the mindset of success now by embodying the confidence, habits, and mindset of someone who has already achieved their goals. Through thought-provoking questions and insights from Jim Rohn, I encourage you to shift your perspective, take action faster, and close the gap between where you are and where you want to be.Show Notes: Video on acting like you already have it:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3fG3_ksXys#:~:text=In%20this%20powerful%20motivational%20speech,Your%20environment%20shapes%20your%20successManifesting:https://ayotheauthor.com/manifest-something-backed-science/Joe Dispenza:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHYU20kNGUI

When was the last time you truly dreamed of the life you want—without limits? In this episode, I challenge you to pause, dream big, and imagine your ideal life. Show Notes:  The 12 Week Year Book (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3REkfTM The 12 Week Year Field Guide (Affiliate Link): ​​https://amzn.to/3EgFfNp Inventor Calendar: https://serial-inventing-shoppe.printify.me/product/11563471/the-inventors-challenge-calendarDaydream song by Lily Meola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZjVRyIBIX0

In this Quick Byte episode, you will become the detective in your own product licensing journey so you can connect with decision-makers at companies. Learn how to navigate internal and external communications so you can avoid accepting a "no" from someone who can't give you a "yes." Revisit companies you've given up on, try new approaches, and take one actionable step to move closer to success.

Inspired by Alex Hormozi's powerful principle, Courtney gives her audience two pitching strategies for bringing in the new year. Tune in for a motivational boost, actionable advice, and a free PDF guide to accelerate your path to a licensing deal this year. Show Notes: Video on Working Hard - Alex Hormozi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ln24y0FPJHo 32 Greatest Hits: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yAaHaCip2w93zAgp2De9Owrz4t_1IwIR/view?usp=sharing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

In this episode, I dive into insights from the book Effortless, the powerful follow-up to Greg McKeown's Essentialism. I'll show you how to overcome procrastination and make daunting tasks, like pitching, not just doable but enjoyable. I introduce a thermostat analogy to help you transform negative energy into positive momentum by pairing tasks with things you love—like music, tea, or a clutter-free workspace. I'll share practical tips to help you raise your “thermostat” and reach a balance of productivity and joy. Plus, I've got a byte-sized task to get you started today! It's time to stop fighting yourself and change the way you tackle hard tasks. Tune in and let's start creating consistency… with ease. Show Notes: Effortless Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVUGU4rPuSQ Effortless Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3ZXYa8b Essentialism Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3Tj5whF --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

This episode dives into the art of silencing distractions and staying focused—especially during the busy holiday season. Learn why overthinking stunts your progress and how to prioritize forward movement over endless to-do lists. Tune in for practical tips to help you stay on track and cut through the noise to make real progress as an inventor! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Learn how to transform the way you think about your dreams, and where to go when you don't know what the next steps are to get to the next level. Show Notes: Dan Koe: https://www.youtube.com/@DanKoeTalks --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

What is a Superfan and what type of role does it play when building your hitlist of companies to reach out to? Show Notes: Merriam-Webster Dictionary: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/superfan What are Superfans in Music: https://trolley.com/learning-center/what-are-superfans-why-are-they-the-talk-of-the-music-industry/ The Power of Superfans: https://www.flathatmagazine.com/blog/superfans Forbes Article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/steveolenski/2016/05/31/for-real-marketing-success-focus-on-your-superfans/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

In this special Halloween edition, we wander through the eerie corridors of invention how it might feel like you're a mad scientist working alone. In this episode, I'll reveal how a strong inventor community can help you progress faster, overcome challenges, and make your invention journey less spooky and more rewarding. Buckle up and enter… if you dare! Show Notes: 8 - Who is the Monster in the Abyss: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-8---Who-is-the-Monster-in-the-Abyss-e1pnhgs⁠ 34 - Back from the Dead! (Quick Byte): ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-34---Back-from-the-Dead--Quick-Byte-e29mtfs⁠ 41 - DEADlines: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-41---DEADlines-e2f5r5q⁠ 45 - The Ghosting Blues! (Quick Byte): ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-45---The-Ghosting-Blues--Quick-Byte-e2hkc5q⁠ 59 - How to Sell The Souls of Your Product: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-59---How-to-Sell-the-Souls-of-Your-Product-e2p5qhd⁠ Music by: FASSounds from Pixabay --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

How do you make sure your sell sheet really pack a punch when it comes to the language on it? Well - it starts with really understanding the benefits of your product - the souls of each benefit if you will. This episode talks about a technique you can use to get there. Show Notes: LEI: https://www.lean.org/lexicon-terms/5-whys/#:~:text=5%20Whys%20is%20the%20practice,to%20discover%20the%20root%20cause. Tulip: https://tulip.co/glossary/five-whys/ Mind Tools: https://www.mindtools.com/a3mi00v/5-whys Root Cause Analysis: https://tulip.co/blog/fishbone-ishikawa-diagram-template-for-root-cause-analysis/? Sell Sheet Lingo Webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIYtVNkAwXQ Jahmali Campbell: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jahmali-campbell-3490a2258_motivationmonday-becomeyourbest-activity-7129898066538573824-ZF-E/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

This one simple question will help you to uncover something deep. But the question at the end, will help you become who you want to be. Everything starts at awareness. Grit is built here. Show Notes: Daydream by Lily Meola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZjVRyIBIX0 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

How to use the 3 a's to build a relationship after the no! Did you send your sell sheet to a company and they passed on your concept? Don't just reply with a thank you, or even worse, without a reply at all! Use the 3 a's to help you build a relationship-building reply back! This episode includes 5 scripts you can use for when you get a no from a company. Show Notes: Imago: https://imagoworks.com/the-imago-dialogue/steps/ Imago on Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/yec/2018/04/05/using-the-imago-technique-to-deal-with-unhappy-customers/#:~:text=Imago%20is%20all%20about%20deepening,%3A%20mirroring%2C%20validation%20and%20empathy.&text=Mirroring%20is%20when%20you%20repeat,you%20are%20truly%20hearing%20them. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

If you do not create consistency in your pitching, you massively lower your chances of getting a licensing deal. Show Notes Jesse Itzler: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jesseitzler_18-minutes-a-day-thats-all-it-takes-to-activity-7017097857337856000-62oc/ The 1% Factor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=147&v=NQxYlu12ji8&embeds_euri=https%3A% 1% Better: https://fullforlife.com/how-a-1-change-can-transform-your-life/ The #1 Reason Why Inventors Don't Get Licensing Deals Article: https://inventright.com/the-1-reason-why-inventors-dont-get-licensing-deals/#:~:text=A%20licensing%20contract%20is%20like,build%20one%20with%20each%20company. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

In this brutally honest podcast episode, I get into two powerful takeaways that unlock the keys to the kingdom... if followed. Show Notes: Tim Gillett Coaching: https://timgillettcoaching.com/ Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA Atomic Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3dJTkWM Tiny Habits: https://tinyhabits.com/ The #1 Reason Why Inventors Don't Get Licensing Deals Article: https://inventright.com/the-1-reason-why-inventors-dont-get-licensing-deals/#:~:text=A%20licensing%20contract%20is%20like,build%20one%20with%20each%20company. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Are you ready to climb Mount Everest and attack your dumpster fire of an email inbox? It's easier than you think to have zero emails in your inbox, and when you do have emails, they are automatically organized. Did I pique your curiosity? Show Notes: Inbox Zero Information: https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/definition/inbox-zero#:~:text=Inbox%20Zero%20is%20a%20rigorous,empty%20%2D%2D%20at%20all%20times. UnRoll.Me App: https://unroll.me/ UnRoll.Me Unsubscribing: https://support.unroll.me/hc/en-us/articles/115004143826-What-is-Unroll-Me#:~:text=After%20signing%20up%2C%20Unroll.Me,the%20rest%20in%20your%20inbox. Gmail Labels: https://youtu.be/oLdHnWLbn4A?si=7XaDCh1D2Bj11vQs --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

In this episode I celebrate my podcast's 2-year anniversary! I share ten practical ways to quickly acquire valuable industry insights! Show Notes: The #1 Reason Why Inventors Don't Get Licensing Deals Article: https://inventright.com/the-1-reason-why-inventors-dont-get-licensing-deals/#:~:text=A%20licensing%20contract%20is%20like,build%20one%20with%20each%20company. Daydream by Lily Meola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZjVRyIBIX0 Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA Atomic Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3dJTkWM --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Show Notes: CASAR from previous episode for the Baby Bites Keeper: A unique suction cup container that acts as both a baby food bowl and a storage container for the fridge. Category: Meal time baby products Audience: Moms walking the baby aisle, looking for meal time products for her baby aged between 4 to 9 months old. Similar products: Rubber plates, bowls and utensils. Application: Using it as a bowl for baby to eat from, and storing it with its lid in the fridge when done. Retailers: Target, Walmart, Buy Buy Baby. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Spend time understanding who would buy your product, and turn that information into a goldmine of a hitlist, through an acronym I coined called CASAR. Show Notes: Example of CASAR filled out for the Baby Bites Keeper: A unique suction cup container that acts as both a baby food bowl and a storage container for the fridge. Category: Meal time baby products. Audience: Moms walking the baby aisle, looking for meal time products for her baby aged between 4 to 9 months old. Similar products: Rubber plates, bowls and utensils. Application: Using it as a bowl for baby to eat from, and storing it with its lid in the fridge when done. Retailers: Target, Walmart, Buy Buy Baby. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

I talk about how and why I coach the way that I do, in this emotional episode, celebrating my 50th podcast. Show Notes: Concomitant Coaching: https://www.britannica.com/dictionary/concomitant The #1 Reason Why Inventors Don't Get Licensing Deals Article: https://inventright.com/the-1-reason-why-inventors-dont-get-licensing-deals/#:~:text=A%20licensing%20contract%20is%20like,build%20one%20with%20each%20company Holistic Coaching: https://www.ukcoaching.org/holistic-coaching Developmental Coaching: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-developmental-coaching-thomas-j-pickett/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Do not assume the reasons behind a lack of response from companies when pitching ideas. There are many reasons for silence, such as the company being busy, having internal discussions, or dealing with personal matters, rather than outright rejection. Learn on this episode what to do instead! Show Notes: The #1 Reason Why Inventors Don't Get Licensing Deals Article: https://inventright.com/the-1-reason-why-inventors-dont-get-licensing-deals/#:~:text=A%20licensing%20contract%20is%20like,build%20one%20with%20each%20company.Comic: https://serialinventing.com/adventures-in-licensing-comic/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Are you using your environment both physically and digitally efficiently? Or is it using you? Learn pro tips from 8 years of pitching experience and gain back some of your time! Show Notes: Email Clients: https://www.pcmag.com/picks/best-email-clients Session Buddy: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/session-buddy/edacconmaakjimmfgnblocblbcdcpbko --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Licensing success boils down to a simple formula that I go over in this episode, following in the footsteps of famous Inventor, John Hays Hammond Jr! Show Notes: Pitching Tips Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u25NN9frs0E Serial Inventing Merch: https://serialinventing.com/shop-2/ Alex Hormozi Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gk8EGWoGnEQ Efficiency: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Efficiency --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

This week on The Pitching Detective, Courtney dives into why you should never give up on a company, and to make sure you never leave a stone unturned! Show Notes: The #1 Reason Why Inventors Don't Get Licensing Deals Article: https://inventright.com/the-1-reason-why-inventors-dont-get-licensing-deals/#:~:text=A%20licensing%20contract%20is%20like,build%20one%20with%20each%20company. Comic: https://serialinventing.com/adventures-in-licensing-comic/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Are companies not getting back to you? Are you getting GHOSTED!? Tune in for a perspective shift to help combat the ghosting, and hear the answers to how to make movement for 6 of the most common scenarios I hear from my students! Show Notes: The #1 Reason Why Inventors Don't Get Licensing Deals Article: https://inventright.com/the-1-reason-why-inventors-dont-get-licensing-deals/#:~:text=A%20licensing%20contract%20is%20like,build%20one%20with%20each%20company. Comic: https://serialinventing.com/adventures-in-licensing-comic/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Has the kraken already returned? Feat. How Successful People Think, Neuroscience, and our brain spewing lies? - oh myy! Show Notes: How Successful People Think Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/48Yb8DT Article by Laura Noel: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/reacting-vs-responding-difficult-conversations-laura/ Inventor Calendar: https://www.zazzle.com/the_inventors_challenge_calendar-256849130145049350 Daydream by Lily Meola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZjVRyIBIX0 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Mental exhaustion is a big problem when it comes to not making movement on your projects - but these five things might just crack the code! Show Notes: Inventor Calendar: https://www.zazzle.com/the_inventors_challenge_calendar-256849130145049350 Daydream by Lily Meola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZjVRyIBIX0 Tim Gillett Coaching: https://timgillettcoaching.com/ Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA Atomic Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3dJTkWM Tiny Habits: https://tinyhabits.com/ ABC: https://www.nehrlich.com/blog/2020/03/03/tiny-habits-by-bj-fogg/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

How well do you listen to your gut? This episode helps you strengthen it so you can make better decisions as a product developer! Did any answers surprise you? Show Notes: Inventor Calendar: https://www.zazzle.com/the_inventors_challenge_calendar-256849130145049350 Daydream by Lily Meola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZjVRyIBIX0 Sacral Calibrations: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR35shEF/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Are you ready to discuss DEADlines? This episode touches on techniques for keeping goals, and deadlines. Wait till the end to see where the word really came from! Plus learn what one of my top 5 books I have ever read is! Show Notes: The Snakes & Ladders of Creative Thinking Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3Ums3wl Inventor Calendar: https://www.zazzle.com/the_inventors_challenge_calendar-256184138238830263 Daydream by Lily Meola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZjVRyIBIX0 Other books I recommend for inventors: https://serialinventing.com/home/an-inventors-library/ Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA Etymology of Deadline: https://www.merriam-webster.com/wordplay/your-deadline-wont-kill-you#:~:text=In%20the%201860s%2C%20a%20'dead,until%20the%20early%2020th%20century. Definition of Deadline: https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/deadline --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

In our 3rd quick byte, I go over Tiny Tasks, and what you can do when you either don't know what to do next, or feel defeated. Show Notes: Linkedin Accountability Post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/courtney-laschkewitsch_callingallinventors-inventor-discipline-activity-7153448370248761344-uTDq?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop The 12 Week Year Book (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3REkfTM Inventor Calendar: https://www.zazzle.com/the_inventors_challenge_calendar-256184138238830263 Will Power Doesn't Work Book (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3lgGgMi Essentialism Book (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3Tj5whF Your Mind the Magician Book (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3YQ6S4i --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Have you chosen to commit to your dreams? Learn about how you can make that commitment yourself, and get closer to your goals through an actionable takeaway, and notes on time, analytics, and accountability. Show Notes: The 12 Week Year Book (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3REkfTM Inventor Calendar: https://www.zazzle.com/the_inventors_challenge_calendar-256184138238830263 Will Power Doesn't Work Book (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3lgGgMi Essentialism Book (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3Tj5whF Your Mind the Magician Book (Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3YQ6S4i --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

This episode is bringing in the past, present, and future, and taking my most popular episode topics, your identity, the flow, and consuming your passion, a step further to skyrocket your 2024! Plus, a precursor into morphic resonance! Show Notes: Morphic Resonance Definition: https://www.dictionary.com/browse/morphic-resonance Sheldrake Website: https://www.sheldrake.org/ Inventor Calendar: https://www.zazzle.com/the_inventors_challenge_calendar-256184138238830263 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Do you have a familiarity bias? And are you ready for your first inventor challenge? This podcast is all about soft skills and hard work, and this episode collides both! Let's make it happen! Show Notes: Video on Working Hard - Alex Hormozi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ln24y0FPJHo Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA The Obstacle is the Way Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3MW3aSF Will Power Doesn't Work Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3lgGgMi Essentialism Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3Tj5whF --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

My Thanksgiving special brings you a heartfelt yet important and intense talk about going pro by maturing as an inventor, and realizing you are playing chess with the Kraken?! Say what?! Show Notes Video on Working Hard - Alex Hormozi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ln24y0FPJHo Video on Creating Contrast - Dan Donohue: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CyMGvnHPXc7/?igshid=MTc4MmM1YmI2Ng%3D%3D Video on Flyers - Alex Hormozi: https://www.tiktok.com/@ahormozi/video/7302894543370767659 Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA The Obstacle is the Way Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3MW3aSF Will Power Doesn't Work Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3lgGgMi Essentialism Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3Tj5whF --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Let's steep in the flow state tea, and up your inventing game another level thru the lens of peak performance. Show Notes: Steven Kotler on Flow State: https://bigthink.com/the-well/flow-state-peak-performance/#:~:text='Flow%20state'%20is%20a%20peak,works%20in%20just%207%20minutes.&text=Everyone%20has%20experienced%20flow%20%E2%80%94%20that,optimally%20with%20little%20conscious%20effort. Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3QqJBnz The Obstacle is the Way Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/472b99X --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

In this special Halloween Quick Byte episode, I address the common struggle of inventors who lose their way due to a lack of grit, discipline, and accountability. I share a simple, 2-minute action plan to help dormant inventors reawaken, and embrace their new persona of a Zombie Inventor! Show Notes: Video on Discipline: https://youtu.be/xkd36cJ6Z78?si=wdidFhoagSpca0Pk Grit by Angela Duckworth (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/47ahG2O Tim Gillett Coaching: https://timgillettcoaching.com/ Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

In this episode, I delve into the art of reigniting inspiration when faced with moments of stagnation or distraction. I explore "The Magic 5" - a set of strategies that are designed to help you rediscover your drive and passion for inventing or any creative pursuit, really. Learn how these powerful techniques can breathe new life into your journey, and bring you back to North. Show Notes: 102 new things to try: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/what-should-i-do-today/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Let's consider your future perspective as a serial inventor, and broaden your pitching approach to a wider view so you can make better decisions when conversing with companies. Show Notes: Shortsighted Definition: https://www.collinsdictionary.com/us/dictionary/english/short-sighted#:~:text=If%20someone%20is%20short%2Dsighted,re%20being%20very%20short%2Dsighted. Emerson Quote: https://www.psca.org/news/blog/mind-once-stretched-new-idea-never-returns-its-original-dimensions-ralph-waldo-emerson#:~:text=%22The%20mind%2C%20once%20stretched%20by,Plan%20Sponsor%20Council%20of%20America Unthinking Definition: https://www.collinsdictionary.com/us/dictionary/english/unthinking Daydream by Lily Meola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZjVRyIBIX0 Essentialism Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3Tj5whF --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Show or go. Order or get out of the line. Drive or get out of the car. But make a decision. Give yourself permission to stop doing things you aren't passionate about, and decide, am I going to overcome all of my excuses and learn how to have grit and discipline? Or would I prefer to spend my time doing something else that I love? Show Notes: Finish by Jon Acuff (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3OjvWNW Grit by Angela Duckworth (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/47ahG2O Tim Gillett Coaching: https://timgillettcoaching.com/ Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Why do we wait until our frustration hits a certain level? Your future relies on what you do between the success bar & the frustration bar. Stop being an inventing NPC and hit the success bar! Show Notes: Episode 3: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/episodes/Episode-3---The-Success-Bar--How-to-Get-Beyond-Average-Results-e1m03b9 Bad Habits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3KDwirPd-4 Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA Black Mirror, Season 6, Episode 1: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt20247352/ Free Guy: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6264654/ Daydream by Lily Meola: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZjVRyIBIX0 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Introducing Quick Bytes! Even smaller byte-sized pieces on actionable takeaways to get you taking action fast! This first Quick Byte is on essentialism and sacrifice! Show Notes: Essentialism Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3Tj5whF Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA What is Essentialism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9x6D09AKBU Greg McKeown's Podcast: https://gregmckeown.com/podcast/episode/eliminate-the-nonessentials/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Down the road of grit we go! Show Notes: Grit by Angela Duckworth (Amazon Affiliate Link): ⁠https://amzn.to/47ahG2O⁠ Finish by Jon Acuff (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3OjvWNW Tim Gillett Coaching: https://timgillettcoaching.com/ Tiny Habits Book (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://amzn.to/3DUkchA Alice in Wonderland Quote: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/9467-alice-laughed-there-s-no-use-trying-she-said-one-can-t 63%: https://jonacuff.com/increase-success-63-video/ Headway App: https://makeheadway.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support

Is licensing really worth it? Featuring: My last episode to complete my first year Discipline The 'secret to success' A note about coaches & gurus Show Notes: Article: The #1 Reason Why Inventors Don't Get Licensing Deals Article: https://inventright.com/the-1-reason-why-inventors-dont-get-licensing-deals/#:~:text=A%20licensing%20contract%20is%20like,build%20one%20with%20each%20company. Peak Performance: https://www.businessweekly.co.zw/7-disciplines-of-peak-performance/ Article on Discipline by Brian Cain: https://briancain.com/blog/how-to-develop-a-championship-level-of-discipline.html The Mindset Mentor Podcast episode, “how to develop discipline”: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/how-to-develop-discipline/id1033048640?i=1000477980725 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/serial-inventing-podcast/support