by Julie Austin | Feb 10, 2025 | Innovation, Inventing, Patents
US Patent and Trademark Office – My experience with the US Patent and Trademark Office was overall a good one. I did have to resubmit my product twice for my patent and several times for my trade dress. But that happens to many inventors. It takes an average of 22.5...
by Julie Austin | Feb 4, 2025 | disruption, problem solving
When I first launched my manufacturing venture, I relied on a single supplier right here in the U.S. It was a straightforward start—until I realized that producing small quantities domestically just wasn’t sustainable if I wanted to turn a profit. I quickly learned...
by Julie Austin | Jan 16, 2025 | Innovation, Leadership
Yogi Berra once said, “If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up someplace else.” This timeless wisdom holds true for organizations striving to foster innovation. Without a clear direction, your team can’t unleash their full creative potential. Building an...
by Julie Austin | Jan 4, 2025 | disruption, Future of Work, Technology
For years, there’s been talk of robots taking over jobs and even controlling human activities. While it’s true that robots are disrupting industries, they don’t necessarily have to replace humans. Instead, we can learn to work alongside them. Robots can handle...
by Julie Austin | Dec 9, 2024 | Innovation, Inventing, inventions, Inventors
How a Failed Rubber Substitute Became One of the Most Beloved Toys of All Time Some inventions arise from necessity, while others are born from pure chance. The invention of Silly Putty is one of the greatest examples of accidental innovation. Similar to how Post-it...
