HQ Weekly #60

Hello,

Last week we talked about momentum.

Not perfect timing.
Not perfect plans.

Just movement.

Many inventors think progress only counts when something big happens:

• Filing a patent

• Building a prototype

• Signing a licensing deal

But most real progress happens in smaller moments:

A conversation.
A new insight.
A question you finally ask.
A connection that opens a door.

That’s how invention journeys actually move forward.

One step at a time.

And sometimes the most important step is simply showing up.

📅 Next Up: Community Hangout

Inventor Smart Meet & Greet

Monday, March 16
8:00–9:00 PM EST
Live Online

Join us for a relaxed virtual meetup hosted by our community leaders:

Samantha St. Raymond — VP of Community
Shawn Taylor — Head of Community

This isn’t a presentation.

It’s simply a chance to connect with other inventors, share ideas, and hear what people across the community are working on.

Whether you're brand new or have been part of the community for a while, this is an easy place to jump in.

During the hangout you can:

• Introduce yourself to the community

• Share what you’re working on

• Ask a question or get feedback

• Hear what other inventors are building

Think of it as a casual conversation where ideas — and good energy — flow freely.

Sometimes the most valuable insight comes from simply being in the room.

👉 Join live on Google Meet:
https://meet.google.com/hva-oait-nem

Add to Calendar

📍 Don’t Forget: Inventor Day at the USPTO

March 25-26, 2026 — Alexandria, VA

Inventor Day is almost here.

This experience brings inventors inside the innovation system — directly to the headquarters of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

When you attend, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Tour the USPTO headquarters
• Attend educational sessions
• Meet USPTO professionals
• Connect with inventors from across the country

For many inventors, this is the moment when the process becomes real.

👉 Visit the event page for more details:
https://inventorday.com 

Attending Inventor Day?

If you’re attending and not already in the attendee WhatsApp group, send us a message and we’ll add you.

The group helps with:

• Event updates
• Meetups during the trip
• Connecting with other inventors attending

It’s a simple way to stay connected before and during the event.

Add to Calendar

Why Participation Matters

One of the biggest misconceptions about inventing is that progress happens alone.

It rarely does.

Inventors move forward faster when they stay connected to:

People.
Conversations.
Experience.

When you do that, something interesting happens:

Clarity improves.
Confidence grows.
Momentum builds.

And momentum is what keeps invention journeys moving forward.

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📅 This Month At A Glance

Stay engaged. Stay moving.

March 16

Community Hangout — Inventor Smart Meet & Greet
🕗 8:00–9:00 PM EST

March 19

INTERNATIONAL PATENTS: What Every Inventor Needs to Know
🕗 8:00–9:00 PM EST

March 26

Inventor Day 2026 at the USPTO
(All day)

March 31

Ask the Inventor Coach — Live Q&A with Brian Fried
🕗 8:00–9:00 PM EST

👉 View full details and RSVP inside the app:
https://app.inventorsmart.com/events

One Thought to Carry This Week

You don’t move forward by doing everything.

You move forward by deciding what matters next
—and taking that step.

If that step is joining the conversation next Monday, we hope to see you there.

— Team Inventor Smart

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Thank you for helping us help inventors.

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With 15 patents and 18+ years guiding inventors through licensing and manufacturing, Brian helps inventors make confident, informed decisions at every stage.

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