I have An Idea, Now What

[maximus20895]

Alright! I finally have an idea on an invention that actually gets me pumped on and motivated. So now what do I do?

My product would be sold to store owners as opposed to the general public. What is the first step to get this on the road? Should I talk to some people to say "If I could develop a device that does this would you buy it for your company?" or what?

Im young and I have no idea on what to do, but I will take affirmative action towards this.

Thanks all

[bestill]

You do not want to tell everyone idea. If it is good it is bound to get stolen, if you are not careful. What you need to do is approach a lawyer. Talk to your family about it too. Run it by everyone in your circle. It is expensive to get a patent, so you need to find some capital, and try to write a business plan. Use the resources online also.

GOOD LUCK!!

[maximus20895]

oh, I hope no one finds out what it is. I would be pissed. I actually submitted an idea for some car thing awhile ago to an invention company and then about two months later a site at it up. I was pissed!

Thanks for the advice. I will try to prepare for this as much as i can!

[Nigami Enterprise]

Like I always so on post's like this you don't always need a patent their are other ways to protect your idea..

[businesgoonline]

would you consider to run the business homebased and test water in the internet first. It would be a very good start if you know what market needs before launching it.