Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Today, Alan shares with you the truth about investors. Do you feel you could succeed if you could find an investor to fund what you can't afford? That myth that may hold you back. Tune in to learn why investors rarely invest in new inventions. It's better to fund it on your own. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is, "Answers You Don't Want to Hear." Alan describes 2 of the most common questions inventors ask him. Unfortunately, often they don't want to hear the answers. But he gives you a bit more detailed answers that you will want to hear and learn from. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews April Mitchell. April Mitchell is a busy mom of 4 and a full time toy and game inventor - with 5 new products coming out in 2026. She taps her teaching skills to mentor, coach, and help other inventors. She encourages inventors to believe in themselves and not give up. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.4ascreations.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is, "The Joy in the Moment." Alan describes a key difference between animals and humans. Animals live in the Joy in the Moment. Humans are time travelers: we spend most of our mental time in the past or the future. Time to live in the Joy in the Moment. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Pablos Holman. Growing up in Alaska, Pablos Holman tinkered with an Apple 2 computer. He became fascinated with computers and soon, he took his knowledge to help companies to implement their first computers. Later, he worked with Nathan Myhrvold on starting up the Intellectual Ventures Lab. Later Pablos invented an AI microscope to diagnose malaria more accurately and quickly. He just published his new book Deep Future. Website: www.DeepFuture.tech
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan asks you a question, "Are you mission driven?" Alan describes how 3 famous entrepreneurs achieved success by pursuing a mission more than pursuing profits. If you wish to achieve success as an inventor, pursue a larger mission with your invention. Over time, profits will come. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Today, Alan describes 2 myths that may keep you from succeeding as an inventor. Do you feel you could succeed if you could find someone who knows "all the right contacts?" Congratulations: that's a myth that may hold you back. Tune in to learn another myth so many inventors have. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. So many inventors tell Alan, "I submitted my product - got no responses." Alan explores why that frustration happens so often to inventors. He poses 3 questions to you to give you insight as to how to get much better results - with a different approach. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Tushar Sharma. Tushar Sharma grew up in a small village in India - but he had big plans. He graduated from IIT in Madras with a biotechnology degree. He completed his masters and PhD at UT Austin in Biomedical Engineering. In 2019, he invented a non-invasive surgical procedure for prostate patients that has minimal side effects. Website: www.VivifiMedical.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan asks you a question, as an inventor, "Are You Wishing and Hoping?" Alan explores why wishing and hoping for success gives your power to others, makes you a victim. Instead become a victor - who's resilient and resourceful in facing challenges - like the Apollo 13 example. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Moti Margalit. Moti Margalit is an Israeli inventor highly trained in electro-optics to improve tiny speakers using MEMS technology. Moti recognized that those who wear hearing aids found they were uncomfortable and suffered from low sound quality. He invented the solution to both with SonicEdge - his company. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. LinkedIn: Moti Margalit
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan asks you a question, as an inventor, "Do you Think You Can?" Alan explores why it is crucial that, when in doubt, you think you can. Alan describes how uncertainty - of thinking you can't - causes inventors to give up when faced with big challenges. So, think that you can. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Today, Alan describes how to tap the power of AI to save you time and money. Alan shares how many inventors recognize the power of AI, but they aren't using it. Learn how you're wasting time and money if you're waiting. He shares 2 specific parts of every email AI can optimize for you. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan encourages inventors not to make the mistake of "paying for the chandeliers." Inventors often overpay for services they need - by contracting with companies that charge premium prices, for unneeded services. Alan describes how to pay for what you need, at affordable prices. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Dale Crook. As a general contractor, Dale Crook always looked for time-saving ways to get work done. He invented ways to improve flexible ducting, wire splicing and more. Today, his inventions are sold to wholesale and retail stores that serve consumers and contractors across the U.S. and online. 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.BuildRight.net
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Alan opens this episode with a simple question: Do you have a time budget? A money budget is important to keep your finances in order. To succeed as an inventor you must have a time budget. Alan shares his story on creating a time budget - so he could write a novel. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Brad Little. Brad Little is a Toronto inventor who wanted a simple invention with a wow factor. His product is a unique light bulb that lights up in your hand with a logo printed on it. Brad describes how he worked through some design glitches with a manufacturer to create a better final design. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Email: Sales@Bright.Promo
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Like Jeopardy, this episode begins with an answer: Ask Good Questions It's the answer to a common inventor question: how do you know if you can trust someone before you work with them? Alan provides a couple of good examples of inventors asking good questions. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Today, Alan share with you why your future not only begins today, but now is the only time that matters. Alan shares 5 thoughts from Eckhart Tolle from his book The Power of Now. Begin to live right now, in the present moment, and tomorrow will be brighter for you. Give it a try. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In this episode, Alan explores the joy of creating. Inventing a product is unlike any other creative endeavor. Unlike an artist, the inventor doesn't start out with a vision of the end product. You seek to solve a problem - then set out to create something new - a new solution. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com