Anyone can become an inventor - you don't need any special training or an advanced college degree. Here's a simple process that has been used repeatedly to create inventions.
Identify a Problem
Many inventions solve a problem or inefficiency with existing products or services. So, one approach to inventing is to identify a problem and develop a solution to that problem. There are dozens of methods for identifying problems - several are discussed below.
What are People Complaining About?
Listen to what your friends, family, and co-workers are complaining about. When someone says, "I wish there was a way to ..." or "Why doesn't someone ..." - listen carefully and note their complaint.
Study News Topics
News sources (newspapers, magazines, television news, etc.) report problems every day. Current problems that are regularly in the news include vehicle safety issues, health issues, child toy safety, mortgage foreclosures, and more. Find a problem that you feel strongly about and start thinking about solutions.
Changing Industries
Study industries that are changing and identify problems or obstacles regarding that change. For example, many companies are moving or expanding their business activity onto the Internet. What issues do those businesses face in "going online"? Look for solutions to those issues.
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New Regulations
Another source of problems is new regulations, such as new vehicle safety regulations or other product/service safety regulations. These new regulations may require new inventions to effectively implement the regulation.
Develop A Solution
Once you have identified a problem, start thinking about a solution to the problem. When developing solutions to a particular problem, look for the root cause of the problem and think about ways to deal with that root cause. Also, look at existing solutions to the problem - those solutions may give you new ideas. You might be able to improve on an existing solution.
Be Patient
Developing a solution to a problem may take time. Be patient and let your mind work on the problem. I often think about problems I'm working on when I first wake up and my mind is fresh. I don't usually think of a solution at that time, but I often start getting ideas for solutions within a few days. I don't know exactly how it works, but it does work for me.
I also use several brainstorming techniques and masterminding techniques to solve problems and create inventions. Becoming an inventor can be very rewarding - and it's probably easier than you think.
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Steve Sponseller - The Invention Coach
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