Inventor Quote by Lonnie Johnson
“Being an independent inventor is tough. You develop a product, patent it, then you're looking for someone who will see the benefit from this technology. You assume all the investment and all the risk. It can be a challenge.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Technology Innovator Talk, 2015
Inventing independently demands bearing full risk and cost, making success dependent on finding partners who value the invention.
In simple terms: Inventors face risk and need supportive partners.
Key Takeaway
Seek allies who see your product’s value.
Themes
innovation
risk
entrepreneurship
Mood
pragmatic
determined
Type
business
motivational
When to use this quote
- startup funding
- product development
- patent licensing
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Intellectual property
venture financing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can inventors attract the right partners?
- What strategies reduce personal financial exposure?
A Different Perspective
Finding partners can be extremely difficult.
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