Podcast appearances and mentions of dan klitsner

Dan Klitsner the creator of of the viral game Bop-It has a new game unveiling today on Kickstarter that is very unique and looks very fun. The backstory is about as bizarre as it gets, check it out here for the full story and also for Xavier and Dave to debate on it's legitimacy at the end! The Kickstart to purchase your own in 3 different sizes is here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kidgroup/sling-it Check out the game's website here: https://slingitgame.com/ Also Dan's Instagram where he shares all sorts of Bop-It and Sling-It content is here: https://www.instagram.com/bopitinventor/ Also Sling-It on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/playslingit/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsbeenawhilepodcast/support

In this episode of Obscure Image Podcast, we sit down with a legendary inventor named Dan Klitsner, the creator of thousands of ideas with one being the toy known BOP IT. WE have a lengthy discussion about where Dan grew up, his childhood, how he got into being a toy inventor, deals with Hasbro, and the moment he knew bop it was going to be a success. We also speak about him working with brands such as cola, video games, bop it transcending into digital games, creation of the bop it button, wanting bop it to be in toy story, and numerous other inventions such as cyberfingerz, the boptopus, and the future of BOP IT. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/obscure-image/support

Chris talks to veteran inventor Dan Klitsner about his new toy Sling-It. Dan was the genius behind Bop-It, but with this new venture, he's decided to manufacture and market under his own company. It's a wild toy, with an even wilder story. (We love wild stories.) Listen in, as he talks about development, manufacturing, and strategy for launch in the dynamic toy industry of 2024. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-playground-podcast/support

Dan Klitsner, renowned inventor of Bop It, is launching a Kickstarter for a new yard game... Sling It! Is it medieval cornhole with a sausage-slinging twist? Find out in this special episode, where Dan discusses the storied history of sausage tossing and the secret to inventing a fun and satisfying game! --- Get notified when the Sling It Kickstarter launches on June 4th!  http://slingitgame.com/ https://www.instagram.com/playslingit/ --- Hidden Role Podcast is also available on most major podcast networks! https://linktr.ee/hiddenrole --- Visit our website and sign up for our newsletter to get a sneak peak at our upcoming guests: https://www.hiddenrolepodcast.com/ --- Have an idea for someone who should appear on the show? Leave a comment below OR make a suggestion at: https://www.hiddenrolepodcast.com/suggestions

The Power of Recyclable Innovation: "Keep your old workaround, recycle some things, use it as a springboard for building on top of cannibalized parts of it for new things, because there's no sense in trying to always reinvent something from scratch, especially when you've put a lot of work and effort into something."  — Mike Brennan I had the incredible opportunity to visit Dan Klitsner's studio in downtown San Francisco recently, and it was an experience I won't soon forget! As the host of the Creative Chats Podcast, I get to connect with amazing artists, makers, and creators, and Dan has been one of those incredible individuals. Here are 3 key takeaways from my visit to Dan Klitsner's studio: 1️⃣ The power of hands-on interaction: Seeing Dan's inventions and creations up close was truly magical. It reminded me of the importance of getting our work into the hands of others and creating experiences that go beyond visual appeal. For artists, makers, and creators, this serves as a reminder to focus on creating experiences that truly engage and captivate our audiences. 2️⃣ Behind-the-scenes inspiration: Exploring the cabinets filled with prototypes and past ideas that didn't make it to market was eye-opening. It highlighted the iterative nature of the creative process and reminded me that failure is not an endpoint, but rather a stepping stone toward success. Don't be afraid to embrace experimentation and learn from every experience along the way! 3️⃣ Endless possibilities: Dan's studio was a testament to the boundless potential of creativity. The variety of products and ideas showcased the endless possibilities that come with embracing your imagination and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. It inspired me to keep pushing the limits of my own creativity and explore new ideas and avenues. Thank you, Dan Klitsner, for your hospitality and for inviting us into your inspiring studio! And as always, if you haven't already, be sure to check out the Creative Chats Podcast for more interviews and stories from incredible creatives. Listen to Dan on Creative Chats episode 131! Be sure to check out www.dailycreativehabit.com, which offers access to a free private Facebook group called Daily Creative Habit, as well as a free daily creative habit email newsletter. And don't forget to explore the new daily creative habit guided creativity journal available on Amazon.   

Join Richard (on the keys) and Chris as they talk with inventor Dan Klitsner, creator of Bop-It about his newest puzzle Free Fall from ThinkFun. They talk about this new innovation, the challenges and rewards of inventing and delve into the topic of AI and what it might mean for creatives and everyone in the toy business. You wont' want to miss this lively conversation. The Playground is sponsored by ⁠Global Toy Experts⁠, ⁠The Toy Guy⁠, and ⁠Beacon Media Group⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-playground-podcast/support

Dan Klitsner is an Industrial Designer, and loves inventing toys and games. Some of his most famous creations are Bop It!, Perplexus, and the new Freefall.He and his wife also created bopitforgood on the 25th anniversary of Bop It! to help support Lighthouse School for the Blind & Visually Impaired and kids everywhere.Freefall puts spatial reasoning and dexterity to the test as you build your way through progressively harder challenges. Build the puzzle and then flip, turn, and guide the ball from cup to cup to finish the maze. With 60 challenges to master, you'll be building and flipping with each challenge more difficult than the last. Check out a video of Freefall in action or find a copy of FreefallCheck out the PeopleOfPlay website and find out more about the Young Inventor ChallengeConnect with Dan:Website: bopitforgood.com  Instagram: @bopitinventorTwitter: @bopitinventorThinkFun website: thinkfun.comChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website: dailystem.comTwitter: @dailystemInstagram: @dailystemYouTube: youtubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

Dan Klitsner, Founder at KID Group and the creator of the ‘90s game phenomenon, Bop It!, talks about how persistence, relentless listening, and learning from failure contributed to the invention and success of Bop It!. He shares his thoughts on the importance of the RITE factors (relationships, idea, timing, and execution) for all inventors, as well as why playing Wordle is similar to the process of invention. Klitsner and I discuss a variety of topics including the mindset required to be a successful entrepreneur, how Klitsner created Bop It for Good to spread happiness and joy to more people, and the challenges of looking for the “next big idea”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Klitsner, Founder at KID Group and the creator of the ‘90s game phenomenon, Bop It!, talks about how persistence, relentless listening, and learning from failure contributed to the invention and success of Bop It!. He shares his thoughts on the importance of the RITE factors (relationships, idea, timing, and execution) for all inventors, as well as why playing Wordle is similar to the process of invention. Klitsner and I discuss a variety of topics including the mindset required to be a successful entrepreneur, how Klitsner created Bop It for Good to spread happiness and joy to more people, and the challenges of looking for the “next big idea”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Twist it! Pull it! BOP IT! This week we speak with inventor Dan Klitsner all about his life creating things that have become mainstream and nostalgia for many. None more so than the Bop It toy that he created 25 years ago! We talk about how the idea went from a fun TV remote to the hands of most kids around the world. He also shares what he is up to now including details on his amazing Bop It For Good cause that he created a Bop It button to raise money for celebrating 25 years of bopping. This was an amazing conversation with someone who created a true modern classic toy. You will not want to miss this one!_____________________________________Bop it For Good Website: https://bopitforgood.com/Dan Klitsner's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bopitinventor/?hl=en—————————————————————Link to all things Not in a Huff Podcast: https://linktr.ee/notinahuffpodcastPlease follow/subscribe to the podcast to get the new episodes when they come out each week and rate us on Apple Podcast and Spotify! :)

Alan interviews Dan Klitsner. Dan Klitsner - inventor of the hit toy sensation the Bop It - has a new toy: the Bop It Button. Learn how the Bop It Button challenges your brain and your reflexes in a fun, entertaining way. Learn why Dan feels that doing good should always be a byproduct of your invention. 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.BopItForGood.com  

November 2, 2022 90s Icon Inventor Dan Klitsner and Indiana Jones of Entrepreneurship Daniel Cleland

Dan Klitsner, creator of the Bop It, joins Matt Lionetti and The Broke Agent to discuss how he invented it, what role social media played in his success, how Bop It has evolved, and what Klitsner's success has to do with real estate. 55,000+ agents choose BoomTown over any other competitor to make success easy. The best CRM in the game. Learn more about BoomTown and get equipped with all the tools you need. Link to use: https://bit.ly/BoomTownROI Matt Lionetti: https://www.instagram.com/matt.lionetti/ The Broke Agent: https://www.instagram.com/thebrokeagent/ Dan Klitsner: https://www.instagram.com/bopitinventor/ Bop It! Button: http://bopitbutton.com/ Listen and Subscribe: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/over-ask/id1547905792 Website and Merch: https://overaskpodcast.com/ Timestamps: 00:00-00:48 How did Dan, in the late ‘90s, invent Bop It? 09:50 Did anyone ever question the design or suggest it resembled something? 10:50 Did you know this was a hit right away? 13:40 Getting into why Dan is on the Over Ask Podcast 17:37 It was until you started putting your face on social media 18:03 What was that process like for you to start using these apps? 20:09 When did it start to become successful? 21:55 What has the presence on social done for you and Bop It? 23:15 Your success gives you credibility and your failures make you human. 26:30 Tell us how you made a Bop It for Machine Gun Kelly 1:00:00 Giveaway announcement #realestatemarketing #marketingpodcast #marketingtips

We are back for another great interview on our podcast on how to unlock your world of creativity. Our guest today is Dan Klitsner. He joins us on our around the world journey where we talk to creative practitioners about how they get inspired and how they organize and pitch those ideas, and also how they gain the confidence and the connections to launch their work out into the world.   Dan is the founder and creative director of toy inventing and licensing firm KID Group LLC. He is also the inventor of the iconic Bop It, a wildly successful children's toy that has sold over 30+ million units since 1996. He is also a recipient of 2 gold IDEA awards and 4 Toy of the Year Awards. He also co-founded QiGo Inc., which utilizes USB Key technology to support child-safe internet connections for toys. We talk about the Art of the pitch seeing as Dan has been on both sides of the table. He has done several pitches for several toys and has served as a judge in many design and innovation competitions as well, including the IDSA international design competition, the Consumer Electronics Show, and the Toy of the Year Awards. He also teaches classes in design and invention at the California College of Arts, San Francisco State, and the San Francisco Academy of Art. We also hear about “Bop it for Good” which is Dan's latest project, taking the success of the Bop It and turning it into a force for change for the underserved communities and especially children. Through the Bop It for Good program, 100% of his profits through the website will go to Boys and Girls Clubs in underserved areas to provide assistance and programs to children. This is in recognition of the 25th anniversary of the Bop It. His top tips on the art of pitching are: Remember that Pitching, in general, is so fun especially If you are an idea person.  It is very important how you choose to pitch, depending on the idea. Because there isn't just one way to pitch ideas. There are many ideas and you have to figure out what is a compelling way to get people, to love your idea. Knowing your audience is the most important thing before you pitch. The secret to a great pitch is to make sure to keep it loose. In conclusion, Dan walks us through the creative process that goes into making and designing the products that are around for generations. And also he explains the exact process of going from an idea to licensing it, patenting it and bringing it to market, and selling millions of units. You can find more information about Dan's work and interact with him on social media The Bop It for Good Kickstarter program: https://bopitforgood.com (https://bopitforgood.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bopitinventor/ (bopitinventor) TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=bopitinventor&t=1651993606371 (bopitinventor)

Dan Klitsner is the inventor of Bop It and more than a dozen different versions of Bop It including Bop It Extreme, Bop It Blast, Bop It Tetris, and even Bratz Bop It. Since 1996, Bop It has sold more than 30 million units worldwide. Dan estimates that he's seen hundreds of his game ideas go to market and has given up to 40,000 total concept pitches. And today, Dan has nearly 500,000 followers on TikTok. In this episode, we talk about how Dan broke into the world of game creation, how the game industry works, the difference between licensing and selling direct to consumers, and how Dan's passion for Play is what keeps him going all these years later. Follow Dan Klitsner on TikTok Join the Creative Companion Club Subscribe to Creative Companion Follow Jay on Twitter / Instagram/ TikTok Check out our curated Playlists Full transcript and show notes *** SPONSORS View all sponsors and offers *** IF YOU LOVE CREATIVE ELEMENTS Follow Creative Elements on Instagram Subscribe to weekly episode emails Leave me a voicemail Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Leave a rating on Spotify Buy Me A Coffee *** ABOUT JAY CLOUSE Learn more about me Subscribe to Creative Companion Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram Join #Tweet100 *** FOR PODCASTERS Enroll in my podcasting workshop Enroll in my course on podcasting, Podcast Like The Pros Learn more about Podpage *** PODGLOMERATE NETWORK This show is a part of the Podglomerate network, a company that produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts. We encourage you to visit the website and sign up for our newsletter for more information about our shows, launches, and events. For more information on how The Podglomerate treats data, please see our Privacy Policy.  Since you're listening to Creative Elements, we'd like to suggest you also try other Podglomerate shows surrounding entrepreneurship, business, and careers like Rocketship.fm and Freelance to Founder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alan interviews Dan Klitsner. Dan Klitsner learned in college that he loved designing things, especially toys. He invented the Bop It - a toy that commands players to "bop it, twist it, or pull it," going progressively faster until the player makes a mistake. Today, the Bop It has sold over 30 million units worldwide. 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.BopItForGood.com

This week, Dan Klitsner, inventor of Bop-it and a bunch of other stuff joins Brooke and Vincent to talk about the invention process, how to bring a product to market, and his work forming the Bop It for Good program! A fun time was had by all with minimal twisting, pulling, and bopping. Enjoy the episode! Dan's Thing of the Week: Vintage Metal Shoe Stretchers https://www.etsy.com/listing/821868438/vintage-metal-shoe-stretcher-forms-set Brooke's Thing of the Week: Estate Sales Vincent's Thing of the Week: CLAMP Episode 99: https://clamp.buzzsprout.com/1039975/10528581-episode-99-making-time-for-play Where to find Dan online: Bop It for Good: https://bopitforgood.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bopitinventor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bopitinventor Twitter: https://twitter.com/bopitinventor === Host links here: https://www.becausewemake.com/links Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/becausewemake

Have you played or heard of the toy, Bop It, with famous phrases like twist it, pull it and Bop It? With millions of those toys sold, today's guest, Dan Klitsner, Inventor and Founder of Bop It, was the industrial engineer behind the creation of the Bop It toy 25 years ago. Interestingly enough, it was originally designed to be a remote control, aka a Channel Bopper. When it didn't get traction as a remote, it became a handheld game sensation. Dan loves designing toys that make you move, he has licensed over 200 games in his illustrious career. Hasbro 1st launched Bop It in July 1997. With Dan's mission of staying true to Bop It's DNA it has miraculously survived 25 years in a very competitive toy space. Dan credits many of his successes to the RITE business model. Relationship- Idea- Timing-Execution- He feels that when all 4 components are thriving, success is inevitable. However, if just one component is missing or a bit off, success is elusive. Please tune in to this amazing episode to learn how Dan has successfully licensed so many products and learn from his success. To order from Dan visit his non-profit website www.BopItForGood.com and follow him on Social Media's Tik Tok and Instagram under the @BopItInventor Thank you for listening to another episode of the Perky Collar Radio Show. Warmest Regards, David M. Frankel Perky Collar Inventor, Perky, LLC Founder, Perky Collar Radio Show Host, Commercial Real Estate Broker & Business Broker www.PerkyLLC.com, www.BBOTC.net Feel free to join my Entrepreneur Group on Facebook www.Facebook.com/Groups/CharlotteEntrepreneurThinkTank Feel free to learn more about The Fenx and join fellow successful Entrepreneurs https://entrepreneurs-maclackey.thrivecart.com/the-fenx-monthly/?ref=cettsupport Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin www.Linkedin.com/in/DavidMFrankel Ready to write a book and share your story with the world? Let me help you get it done every step of the way. Go to https://perky.bookpublishingagency.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/perkycollaradioshow/support

Dan is the inventor of the iconic Bop It, a wildly successful children's toy that has sold over 30+ million units since 1996. Dan Klitsner has had a love for games for as long as he can remember, and he is not just a one-hit-wonder. Dan has created and patented over 100 other ‘annoying' toys that parents and kids alike have loved to hate for decades. Bop it for Good is Dan's latest project, taking the success of the Bop It and turning it into a force for change for underserved communities, and especially children. Through the Bop It for Good program, 100% of his profits through the website will go to Boys and Girls Clubs in underserved areas to provide assistance and programs to children. https://bopitforgood.com/   Join Daily Creative Habit: www.DailyCreativeHabit.com  

On Episode 092 of the RETROZEST podcast, Curtis celebrates the 25th Anniversary of the Bop-It toy/game with a wonderful interview with its creator, Dan Klitsner! Dan is also the founder and creative director of toy inventing and licensing firm, KID Group LLC. Dan discusses not only the 25th Anniversary of the Bop It, but also his part in the production of newer versions of classic games like Tetris, Simon, Slinky and Rubik's Cube. Some talk about the movie Big, as well as the Back to the Future and Star Wars franchises, is weaved into the discussion also.   Check out Dan's fun website Bop It For Good, as well as his frequently updated social media accounts on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok! Additionally, our announcer Mr. Retrovere helms our RETRO NEWS segment which covers the landmark anniversaries of several Movies, TV Shows and Classic Rock/Pop Albums; as well as the recent passing away of actors Emilio Delgado (Luis on Sesame Street) and William Hurt. Incidentally, you may help the RetroZest podcast by purchasing a unique RETRO TOYS/GAMES T-Shirt or two (many different designs and colors!) from our store at store.retrozest.com/retrotoys. Contact Curtis at podcast@retrozest.com, on the RETROZEST Facebook page (facebook.com/zestretro/) or on Twitter (twitter.com/RetroZest).  

Dan Klitsner is the inventor of the super-popular toy Bop It, along with over 300 other toy inventions of his that are out on the market. Bop It alone has sold more than 30 million units. Dan has been in the product game for over 25 years with over 500,000 followers on social media. Today Dan is going to share some valuable knowledge on how inventors, startups, and small manufacturers can use best practices from his success in the toy industry to build and launch a successful toy product, and how those lessons can apply to success in any hardware product verticle. Today you will hear us talk about: Failures are the best way to lead to success Toys blended with industrial design Toys are generally creating opportunity, where products solve a problem Don't just think of products as a problem solving tool Everything is RITE (a formula for how to evaluate your idea) Relationship, Idea, Timing, Execution Meetings that are failures, they can be learned from A great idea is only one part of the puzzle Pretend that your idea is only a 5 out of 10, then improve it Timing is not luck, you can gauge this via research Relentless listening to everyone and everything throughout your product journey Knock on the right doors, and enough doors, to find a good fit Listen to your prospective buyers EPISODE LINKS Dan Klitsner Links: KID Group Website: http://www.kid-group.com/ Bop It Website: https://bopitforgood.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-klitsner-4b0bb52/ Instagram: @bopitinventor TikTok: @bopitinventor The Product Startup Podcast Links: Website: https://www.ProductStartup.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ProductStartup/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ProductStartup/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ProductStartup/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProductStartup/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ProductStartup/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ProductStartup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MakoInvent Mako Design Links: Website: https://www.makodesign.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MakoInvent Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MakoInvent/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/MakoDesign/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MakoInvent/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/MakoInvent/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MakoInvent/ Kevin Mako Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Entrepreneurs/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/KevMako/ Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Kevin-Mako Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KevMakoPage/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KevMako/ About: MAKO Design + Invent is the original firm providing world-class consumer product development services tailored to startups, small manufacturers, and inventors. Simply put, we are the leading one-stop-shop for developing your physical product from idea to store shelves, all in a high-quality, cost-effective, and timely manner. We operate as one powerhouse 30-person product design team spread across 4 offices to serve you (Austin, Miami, San Francisco, & Toronto). We have full-stack in-house industrial design, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, patent referral, prototyping, and manufacturing services. To assist our startup and inventor clients, in addition to above, we help with business strategy, product strategy, marketing, and sales/distribution for all consumer product categories. Also, our founder Kevin Mako hosts The Product Startup Podcast, the industry's leading hardware podcast. Check it out for tips, interviews, and best practices for hardware startups, inventors, and product developers. Click HERE to learn more about Mako Design + Invent!

Have you ever wanted to pick the brain of an award winning toy inventor? Ever wanted to know how iconic toys, like BopIt, got their start? Today you will get that chance! This episode is so helpful if you dream of creating the next big thing, if you want to learn more about pitching, or just want to hear about why you should be marketing their products on Tik Tok.Today's episode features an incredible interview with the amazing Dan Klitsner, the inventor of BopIt, Simon, and Hyper Dash, and a co-creator of the Perplexus Line. Dan shares how the mistakes he made on his first licensing deal taught him a lot, how he pitched BopIt, and why he likes to share some of his ideas on Tik Tok and Instagram instead of keeping them a secret. You will learn ways the toy industry has changed in the past 25 years, what R.i.T.E. stands for (and how this acronym can help you), and why there are no right answers when pitching, but there are wrong ones. This interview is so informative and packed with useful details.EPISODE CLIFF NOTESLearn the similarities between industrial design and toy design [00:03:10]Find out what prolific toy Dan actually invented that became “shareware” [00:06:15]Learn the everyday household object that was the inspiration for BopIt [00:19:12]Find out the feedback from a Parker Brothers executive that made Dan's blood boil, but ultimately led him to create BopIt [00:26:23]Learn why a foam core model worked for pitching BopIt [00:29:36]Find out why there is no right way to pitch something, but there are wrong ways [00:33:30]Find out how Toy Far was different in the 90s [00:35:26]Learn what R.i.T.E. stands for and why it's important [00:40:01]Find out why it could actually be a good idea to share your ideas on social media [00:47:47]Learn how brainstorming is different from collaboration [00:50:12]MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:For the links and resources mentioned in this episode, head over to the episode page at www.thetoycoach.com/110

Welcome to Landon LIVE! Here, Comedian Landon Harvey, along with his famous cast of characters interview entertainers and creatives types from all walks of life!  Become a Landon Listener and hear where they've been, how they got there, and where they're going! Catch us on social media @LandonVenting and online at LandonHarvey.com______________________________________________________________________Today's Guest:Dan Klitsner is the founder and creative director of toy inventing and licensing firm KID Group LLC. He has created three #1 toys, including the "Bop It", as well as recipients of 2 gold IDEA award and 4 Toy of the Year Awards.Follow Dan on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@bopitinventor?

So you want to be a toy and game inventor? Learn how Dan Klitsner, the inventor of the iconic game Bop It by Hasbro, got started in the toy industry. How do you license an idea? How do you patent an invention? Learn how to become a profitable inventor and earn passive income from your creativity following the advice of inventors Stephen Key and Andrew Krauss. They are world's leading experts on how to license a product idea. If you have an invention idea, this is the show to watch. Stephen Key and Andrew Krauss are the cofounders of inventRight, a coaching program that has helped people from more than 65 countries license their ideas for new products. http://www.inventright.com If you have questions about how to invent, how to be creative, design, how to do market research, prototyping, manufacturing, negotiating, pitching, how to sell, how to cold call, how to reach out to open innovation companies, licensing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, patents, copyright, trademarks, and intellectual property in general — subscribe to inventRightTV! New videos every week, including tons of entrepreneur success stories. Inventing can be lonely, but you don't have to go it alone! Join the inventRight community for priceless inventor education, mentorship, support, accountability, hand-holding, honesty about the invention industry, and so much more. Contact us at #1-800-701-7993 or https://www.inventright.com/contact. This is the book you need to license your product idea: “One Simple Idea: Turn Your Dreams Into a Licensing Goldmine While Letting Others Do the Work.” Find it here: http://amzn.to/1LGotjB. This is the book you need to file a well-written provisional patent application: “Sell Your Ideas With or Without a Patent.” Find it here: http://amzn.to/1T1dOU2. Determined to become a professional inventor? Read Stephen's new book "Become a Professional Inventor: The Insider's Guide to Companies Looking For Ideas": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1653786256/ inventRight, LLC. is not a law firm and does not provide legal, patent, trademark, or copyright advice. Please exercise caution when evaluating any information, including but not limited to business opportunities; links to news stories; links to services, products, or other websites. No endorsements are issued by inventRight, LLC., expressed or implied. Depiction of any trademarks/logos does not represent endorsement of inventRight, LLC, its services, or products by the trademark owner. All trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Reference on this video to any specific commercial products, process, service, manufacturer, company, or trademark does not constitute its endorsement or recommendation by inventRight, LLC or its hosts. This video may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with inventRight, LLC. Please note that the inventRight LLC. does not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.

The inventor of one of the most iconic audio toys shares the journey from idea to icon. In its 25th year, the BopIt! transcends generations, and it all started with a simple idea to make a fun remote control for kids.Dan Klitsner has had a love for games for as long as he can remember. He went to school for industrial design and eventually found his way to toy design. Inventing the generationally popular BopIt was inspired by his experience creating universal remote controls. He wanted to make a toy that was interactive, silly, and could be played by all!Today, we're discussing how Dan welcomed his growing success and other products he's made. We talk about some of the failures that come along with the journey, and he offers his advice for those looking to follow in his footsteps. Key Takeaways-When the BopIt journey started (01:45)- Its origin story (03:15)- BopIt growing in momentum (10:00)- What challenges he's had to overcome (11:30)- Another product that he's made (14:00)- One of his products that have failed (18:15)- How BopIt gives back (20:30)- Advice for those wanting to follow in his footsteps (24:30)Additional Resources Learn more about BopIt for Good here Connect with Dan on InstagramYou can find the transcripts and more at http://bizninjaradio.comBe sure to follow me on Instagram @bizninja---Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, YouTube, or anywhere else you listen to your podcasts.If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts!

The inventor of one of the most iconic audio toys shares the journey from idea to icon. In its 25th year, the BopIt! transcends generations, and it all started with a simple idea to make a fun remote control for kids.Dan Klitsner has had a love for games for as long as he can remember. He went to school for industrial design and eventually found his way to toy design. Inventing the generationally popular BopIt was inspired by his experience creating universal remote controls. He wanted to make a toy that was interactive, silly, and could be played by all!Today, we're discussing how Dan welcomed his growing success and other products he's made. We talk about some of the failures that come along with the journey, and he offers his advice for those looking to follow in his footsteps. Key Takeaways-When the BopIt journey started (01:45)- Its origin story (03:15)- BopIt growing in momentum (10:00)- What challenges he's had to overcome (11:30)- Another product that he's made (14:00)- One of his products that have failed (18:15)- How BopIt gives back (20:30)- Advice for those wanting to follow in his footsteps (24:30)Additional Resources Learn more about BopIt for Good here Connect with Dan on InstagramYou can find the transcripts and more at http://bizninjaradio.comBe sure to follow me on Instagram @bizninja---Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, YouTube, or anywhere else you listen to your podcasts.If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts!

Dan Klitsner is a professional toy and game inventor who has licensed many beloved products onto the market, including the iconic toy Bop-It, which is about to celebrate its 25 year anniversary! He is the founder and creative director of toy inventing and licensing firm KID Group LLC. He has created three #1 toys, including the "Bop It," as well as recipients of 2 gold IDEA award and 4 Toy of the Year Awards. He is an industrial designer and co-creator of the Perplexus line of 3-D ball-in-a-maze puzzle or labyrinth games. Stephen Key, who started his career working in the toy and game industry as Manager of Design at Worlds of Wonder, interviews Dan about how he commercialized Bop-It, including prototyping and pitching, as well as his career in the industry. What advice does Dan have for creative people who want to be inventing for the long haul? How did he become a professional full-time toy and game inventor? It didn't happen overnight. In addition to continuing to license new and awesome games onto the market, Dan has become a big hit on TikTok, where he has been sharing stories about Bop-It and encouraging others to celebrate their creativity. He and his wife Alicia recently launched Bop It For Good. 100% of all profits go to charitable organizations supporting children's programs in underserved communities. This will also be the place to find gifts for the Bop It obsessed. Check it out: https://bopitforgood.com/ Read Part 1 of Mojo Nation's awesome interview with Dan: https://mojo-nation.com/kid-group-co-founder-dan-klitsner-bop-origins-dream-job-importance-champions/ Read Part 2 of Mojo Nation's awesome interview with Dan: https://mojo-nation.com/kid-group-co-founder-dan-klitsner-bop-origins-dream-job-importance-champions/ How do you license an idea? How do you patent an invention? Learn how to become a profitable inventor and earn passive income from your creativity following the advice of inventors Stephen Key and Andrew Krauss. They are world's leading experts on how to license a product idea. If you have an invention idea, this is the show to watch. Stephen Key and Andrew Krauss are the cofounders of inventRight, a coaching program that has helped people from more than 65 countries license their ideas for new products. http://www.inventright.com If you have questions about how to invent, how to be creative, design, how to do market research, prototyping, manufacturing, negotiating, pitching, how to sell, how to cold call, how to reach out to open innovation companies, licensing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, patents, copyright, trademarks, and intellectual property in general — subscribe to inventRightTV! New videos every week, including tons of entrepreneur success stories. Inventing can be lonely, but you don't have to go it alone! Join the inventRight community for priceless inventor education, mentorship, support, accountability, hand-holding, honesty about the invention industry, and so much more. Contact us at #1-800-701-7993 or https://www.inventright.com/contact. This is the book you need to license your product idea: “One Simple Idea: Turn Your Dreams Into a Licensing Goldmine While Letting Others Do the Work.” Find it here: http://amzn.to/1LGotjB. This is the book you need to file a well-written provisional patent application: “Sell Your Ideas With or Without a Patent.” Find it here: http://amzn.to/1T1dOU2. Determined to become a professional inventor? Read Stephen's new book "Become a Professional Inventor: The Insider's Guide to Companies Looking For Ideas": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1653786256/ inventRight, LLC. is not a law firm and does not provide legal, patent, trademark, or copyright advice. Please exercise caution when evaluating any information, including but not limited to business opportunities; links to news stories; links to services, products, or other websites. No endorsements are issued by inventRight, LLC., expressed or implied. Depiction of any trademarks/logos does not represent endorsement of inventRight, LLC, its services, or products by the trademark owner. All trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Reference on this video to any specific commercial products, process, service, manufacturer, company, or trademark does not constitute its endorsement or recommendation by inventRight, LLC or its hosts. This video may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with inventRight, LLC. Please note that the inventRight LLC. does not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.

Dan Klitsner breaks down his creative process and takes us on a Bop It journey. The beloved toy is fast approaching its 25th anniversary (at the time of this release). How did he take Bop It from an idea bopping around in his head to a real product that has resonated with people for a quarter century? Follow Dan Klitsner: https://www.tiktok.com/@bopitinventor Check out the Uni-Bop and Bop-It for Good: https://bopitforgood.com/

Antonio Bañuelas, winner of the Best New Learning Concept Senior Division at the 2020 Young Inventors Challenge, presented by Dan Klitsner and People of Play, for the game he invented, "King of the Board."Antonio also participated as a presenter at the January 16/17 Global Innovation Field Trip. https://innovationworld.org/gift-home/Join Innovation World in Inspiring Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in K-12 and Beyond. www.innovationworld.org 

Interesting & fun conversation with the inventor of Bop It, Dan Klitsner. He tells the stories of his journey before & after creating Bop It along with some of his other ideas. If you want to see what his products look like, this full conversation is also on our YouTube channel: WTF Sports.

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