So, you have an idea for a new product. Maybe you've invented something! Maybe you've just written down the seed of an idea on a napkin. Maybe you've begun to prototype or consider filing intellectual property. You're probably wondering: Who can I trust to help me with my invention idea? Are there reputable service providers who can help me with my invention? Who are they? How can I tell the bad guys from the good in the invention industry?

At a blacktie event celebrating the National Academy of Inventors in Washington D.C. a couple years ago, inventor and your inventRightTV cohost Stephen Key had the pleasure of sitting across from Arthur Daemmrich, director of the Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation at the Smithsonian Institution. Daemmrich is a leading scholar on science and technology studies. At the Lemelson Center, which is located in the National Museum of American History, he leads a group that researches invention and innovation.

Stephen couldn’t resist the opportunity to ask him about history of the inventing industry itself. When he brought up service providers taking advantage of inventors, Arthur told him, “Steve, this has been going on since the Wright brothers invented the airplane.”

Stephen lists eight red flags for inventors who are looking for help with their invention and/or new product idea. He also offers eight tips for inventors to use to avoid getting scammed, ripped off, and having their inventions go nowhere.

Inventors, you can do this. Do your research, take your time, and always continue to educate yourself along the way.

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