Learn to Invent 1 - Ideation & Focus on Your Idea

In this kickoff session, we’ll explore the exciting world of ideation and help you tap into your creativity to generate innovative ideas. You’ll learn proven brainstorming techniques, such as mind mapping, group ideation, and perspective shifting, to unlock fresh concepts and overcome mental blocks. From there, we’ll shift our focus to narrowing down ideas, identifying a problem worth solving, and zeroing in on an idea that has real potential.

You’ll also learn how to evaluate ideas for feasibility, scalability, and market fit, ensuring you invest your energy in the right direction. By the end of this session, you’ll not only have a clear and focused idea but also the tools to refine it further as you move forward in the course.

This session is part 1 of 5 in the Vision 2 Invention series, a comprehensive program designed to guide you through the entire process of bringing an idea to life. From ideation to scaling and selling your product, each session builds on the last to ensure you have the tools and knowledge needed for success. Join us for the full series to maximize your invention’s potential!

• Ideation & Focus:
• Rapid Prototyping:
• Protect Your Idea:
• Customer Research & Funding:
• Manufacturing, Sales, & Exit Strategies:

About Your Presenter: Craig Rabin
Craig Rabin is an experienced inventor, entrepreneur, and educator dedicated to helping others bring their ideas to life. Best known for launching The Airhook—a successful travel accessory that has sold in over 86 countries and been featured in 100+ publications—Craig brings real-world experience and a proven process to every step of the invention journey.

With a passion for teaching and inspiring others, Craig has worked with students and professionals alike, guiding them through the challenges of ideation, prototyping, and launching products. His hands-on approach ensures participants not only gain valuable knowledge but also leave each session with actionable steps toward their goals.

Craig believes that in-person events create unmatched opportunities for collaboration, feedback, and connection. By working directly with local participants, these sessions foster stronger ties to the community and a shared spirit of innovation. Whether you’re just starting with an idea or looking to refine and scale, Craig’s engaging and interactive teaching style will help you take the next step with confidence!

Protect Your Idea Reminder:As you brainstorm and refine your invention, it’s crucial to keep your idea safe. Avoid sharing specific details unless you have an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) in place or have taken the necessary steps to file for a patent. Protecting your work early ensures your idea remains yours.

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