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  1. garyjsmith

    College is truly a terrifying experience.

    Working those kind of hours are where some of my best memories live.
  2. garyjsmith

    Are people buying this??

    From the designer perspective, I love the concept. Providing the logo/branding up front and not having to deal with what Sue or Doug think is the right shade of red is perfect.
  3. garyjsmith

    Thoughts on competing against big box?

    From all the research and reading I've done in the past week: Protect yourself, show the company, and if they say no, get their feedback, modify and/or move on to the next. I do have a question, though: Are you design and then presenting a company with their own content?
  4. garyjsmith

    Gym is counter-productive to work. Or is it?

    HEALTH 
    Physical activity is beneficial; be efficient. Ex: steady state activity (walking, yard work, laundry, picking up after the kids) with a business audio book. Finish up a chore with some heavy lifts or HIIT, however you want to structure it.
  5. garyjsmith

    The Licensing Game

    GOLD! 
    I said I'd have more questions. This one is about order. Let's say you had a idea that was not in production -- just a concept -- and you wanted to include (make money for) NASCAR and Dale Jr. Would you present NASCAR with a prototype or sell sheet and let their organization figure out how to...
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    A real need but narrow range prospects

    I know the feeling. If it does take off, or you gain recognition for your feat, that's more than you expected, right? I've helped others with game design elements (digital paintings) which haven't yet gone to production but have gained me recognition and now I'm working for another game studio...
  7. garyjsmith

    A real need but narrow range prospects

    By cutting time in half, I mean, can you find a better way? Can produce the initial concept and hire someone to do the rest of the work in a shorter amount of time.
  8. garyjsmith

    A real need but narrow range prospects

    How much time does it take for you to develop? Can you cut that time in half? Does it free you of your time once you release it into the world?
  9. garyjsmith

    looking to get some thoughts and feedback on a concept

    Good concept. Does it bring value?
  10. garyjsmith

    I did something stupid today..

    The same thing happens with my Samsung charger cables. A reason why this [and the iPhone] cable repair would be worth pursuing is that there are many crappy knockoffs which don't work as well as the original. A convenient solution would be better than searching through your favorite online store...
  11. garyjsmith

    The Licensing Game

    GOLD! 
    Did you [or your friend] draft that idea to make the Tony Stewart or did NASCAR decide to pursue? If the company decided to build a spin-off or addition to the original idea, do you receive royalties at the same rate, are terms renegotiated? Or do you just get cut out of the deal? More questions...
  12. garyjsmith

    Is opening a Coffee Shop a good idea ?

    HOT! IDEA 
    People love this thread. Can you updated us with where you are with your plans and project currently?
  13. garyjsmith

    Copywriting Contest... (RESULTS POSTED!)

    HOT! MARKETING 
    I like the copy of the "Loving the 9-to-5 grind" version
  14. garyjsmith

    Every Single Day Success Happens All Around You

    MINDSET 
    Those 11-12 hours days plus a family are real. Thankfully, I don't fall for the streaming TV and video game scene anymore (my younger self hates what I've become lol). The one thing I can say that I do consistently is learn more about the process. I don't always have time to read the forum's...
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    Is opening a Coffee Shop a good idea ?

    HOT! IDEA 
    When you've had coffee made at the same site as the roasted bean, you can't help but express a 'wow;' it's that much of a difference. You're right about Starbucks' quality, but take a Sam Walton point of view and keep an eye on what they're doing right. I have a friend that's heading out to...
  16. garyjsmith

    christmas card business

    HOT! 
    OP is going to save some money. That's my takeaway
  17. garyjsmith

    I did something stupid today..

    If I can source a broken pair of that model online, I'll get the measurements and see if I can build one for you.
  18. garyjsmith

    I did something stupid today..

    Thank you for the rep! I learned to sew last year when I had built an upholstery business...and then my upholsterer never showed up to work, all while I had a client who had placed an order for about 37 replacement outdoor cushions (hence the Sunbrella fabric on my headphones) and paid a lot for...
  19. garyjsmith

    Moving from low to high production

    As someone who is getting into product design, what are the benefits of a provisional patent? That you have a year to proceed with a regular patent?
  20. garyjsmith

    Hurricane Irma

    OFF-TOPIC 
    I love this community. The fact that -- in some cases -- complete strangers are thinking of each other to this degree, with updates and words of wisdom, really says a lot. For those of you who weather the storm, as soon as you can, report back so we know you're alright.

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