Over the nearly 20 years that I have been inventing and helping inventors I have, unfortunately, seen many more people fail at bringing new products to market then I have seen become successful. It is a very risky business and success is not only dependent on a great idea, but a series of good choices and good timing along the way.

When I was on the Dr. Phil show, the question of the day was whether the invited first time inventors should quit their day jobs or not. It was a difficult program to sit through because these 7 or 8 people had big dreams hanging on his every word, and most of those words were not very kind.

In the end, most of them were encouraged not to quit their day jobs and I have to say that I agree with that assertion for ALL inventors. It is a risky business and one worth taking, but there is a smart way to do it. Like musicians, actors and others in the arts, you have to pay your bills while you are bringing your dreams to market.

So, make the job you will have while you are bringing your product to market a part of your plans. When you see the sales, and know that it is a smart decision, then you can make the transition into your new career as Chief Inventor Extraordinaire.

Happy Inventing!