Having launched an incredibly diverse range of products, ProductMentor has a process that works for virtually any type of product.

With that said, one of the most common questions we get is:

“Have you done a product like mine before?”

At first glance, this seems like a fair question. But focusing...

Have a great idea?

Then you might be wondering if the very first step is to get a patent — to lock down your idea before anyone else can copy it.

It sounds logical, right? Protect the idea first, then figure out the rest.

But here’s the hard truth: starting with a patent is a terrible idea.

In f...

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck this might be the most important thing you watch/read today.

Bringing a product to market is one of the most exciting—and challenging—things an entrepreneur can do. In short: launching a product is hard.

The journey from concept to consumer is full of landmin...

Why Most Entrepreneurs Fail When They Do It Alone

Got a big idea? Ready to bring it to life?

That’s exciting—but let’s pause for a second and talk about something that could make or break your journey: are you trying to go to market alone?

If so, let me be direct—that’s a terrible idea.

Sure, it...

Why Waiting to Feel Ready Holds You Back

Are you waiting to feel ready before you take action?

Let me save you some time — you never will.

That might sound blunt, but it’s one of the most important truths every entrepreneur must come to grips with. The idea that you'll wake up one morning finally...

Still waiting on that royalty check?

You’re not alone.

Every year, thousands of inventors buy into the dream of licensing their product ideas, hoping a company will swoop in, take over, and send them passive royalty payments for life.

According to the USPTO, most inventors start with licensing—an...

If you’re trying to get your idea off the ground—or even just thinking about it—this post is for you.

We are going to cover the 7 Biggest Excuses that Kill Ideas.

These excuses show up as limiting beliefs. They sneak in quietly and disguise themselves as logic, caution, or “just being realistic.” ...

We are thrilled to share a special interview featuring Kevin Harrington, an original shark from Shark Tank, alongside our CEO, Michael Corradini. 

Dive into the fascinating story of how ProductMentor was founded, our commitment to empowering inventors and entrepreneurs, and get a sneak peek into the ...

You had the courage to dream.
You saw a vision that others couldn’t.
You took the first step into the unknown, determined to bring your idea to life.

But now?
You’re overwhelmed.
You’re confused.
And if you’re like most founders, you might be making decisions that quietly push your startup closer t...