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Well, I was judged! I made it through
by Mary » Thu Apr 05, 2007 10:12 am
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I am so embarrassed. My experience was full of mixed and raw emotions. First of all after the door opened I was walking in the dark to the runway, which caught me off guard. I was afraid I was going to trip and fall flat on my face, now would'nt that have made wonderful television, becasue I am not that graceful to begin with. By the time I got halfway I started to feel more confident that falling on my face was going to be my last worry, wrong! I get up before the podium, and I see the judges and they are sitting there looking like they are God or something, no hello, welcome, nothing. Except for George Forman, he smiled at me and I started to relax a little, not much but a little to where I could get the words out of my mouth by being so petrified. I even tried to picture them sitting there in their fancy leather seats in their underwear..haha..was'nt happening.
Ok, so I go into my speach that I had to hurry up and do. I presented My safety bike tire on a display, that in a few seconds was to real me into thinking, are they able to even see this? Then I was feeling foolish. I still believe my tire can be manufactured, they say it's not possible. Sarah said so many dumb things when I was standing there, it was like in my mind, I can't believe she's even up there. Well, needless to say George Forman who was an absolute teddy bear gave me a yes, well, you know the rest.
I bawled my eyes out, crying all the way. 
I feel so embarrassed, but it was so cold hearted I may as well have been standing in front of robots except for George and it so much more dramatic then last season, Peter Jones at least was laid back more last season. Sarah made several comments, that I was almost at the point as to how to react to her!. Paul was like, I don't get it as to what your trying to do here. George was the only person who actually saw the benefit in my safety bike tire that would help save childrens lives, because he has children of his own and saw the benefits.
Well, it's over and done with, and as usual, here I am sitting at home, thinking and kicking myself in the rear, saying to myself, well I sould've done this and I should've done that. TOO LATE! I have ruined all of my chances of ever getting my invention and bringing it to a reality. I have no more money to invest in it. Made a BIG.HUGE. MISTAKE by going with Invent-tech back in 2003. They promised you the moon, and never did a thing for me after they got my money, and that's all we had. I dropped them like a hot potato when my time was up with them. I hope this show can run them scam people out of business. Oh well, you learn, and you learn the hard way.
Needless to say, I'm depressed and heartbroke and see no future. I have learned that if you don't have the money, your not going to make it. Well, I had to tell my story. it's over for me. Good luck to all of you other inventors out there.
Feel free to contact me,
Thanks
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Ok, so I go into my speach that I had to hurry up and do. I presented My safety bike tire on a display, that in a few seconds was to real me into thinking, are they able to even see this? Then I was feeling foolish. I still believe my tire can be manufactured, they say it's not possible. Sarah said so many dumb things when I was standing there, it was like in my mind, I can't believe she's even up there. Well, needless to say George Forman who was an absolute teddy bear gave me a yes, well, you know the rest.
I bawled my eyes out, crying all the way.
I feel so embarrassed, but it was so cold hearted I may as well have been standing in front of robots except for George and it so much more dramatic then last season, Peter Jones at least was laid back more last season. Sarah made several comments, that I was almost at the point as to how to react to her!. Paul was like, I don't get it as to what your trying to do here. George was the only person who actually saw the benefit in my safety bike tire that would help save childrens lives, because he has children of his own and saw the benefits.
Well, it's over and done with, and as usual, here I am sitting at home, thinking and kicking myself in the rear, saying to myself, well I sould've done this and I should've done that. TOO LATE! I have ruined all of my chances of ever getting my invention and bringing it to a reality. I have no more money to invest in it. Made a BIG.HUGE. MISTAKE by going with Invent-tech back in 2003. They promised you the moon, and never did a thing for me after they got my money, and that's all we had. I dropped them like a hot potato when my time was up with them. I hope this show can run them scam people out of business. Oh well, you learn, and you learn the hard way.
Needless to say, I'm depressed and heartbroke and see no future. I have learned that if you don't have the money, your not going to make it. Well, I had to tell my story. it's over for me. Good luck to all of you other inventors out there.
Feel free to contact me,
Thanks
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Congrads on making it to the Judges!
by Average Inventor » Thu Apr 05, 2007 10:58 am
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Mary,
I know is seems bleak but you did extremely well. You should be proud that you made it to see the celebrity judges and were able to give it a shot. Most of us bombed out on the first day and didn't even get a reason or suggestions to improve our product. Many of the people who appeared on Season 1 were contacted by other individuals or companies that believed in their products even if American Inventor didn't. Since you have a good chance of getting some TV time you might find that doors will open up and more opportunities will come of it. It might also be to your advantage that you weren't selected because you are now released from the contract and can pursue it on your own. This may be a blessing in disguise. You might have the best of both worlds, free media exposure for your invention and no control of it by American Inventor. I just PM'ed you with a licensing contact that might be a perfect fit and get you on your way in a better direction.
Your Average Inventor
I know is seems bleak but you did extremely well. You should be proud that you made it to see the celebrity judges and were able to give it a shot. Most of us bombed out on the first day and didn't even get a reason or suggestions to improve our product. Many of the people who appeared on Season 1 were contacted by other individuals or companies that believed in their products even if American Inventor didn't. Since you have a good chance of getting some TV time you might find that doors will open up and more opportunities will come of it. It might also be to your advantage that you weren't selected because you are now released from the contract and can pursue it on your own. This may be a blessing in disguise. You might have the best of both worlds, free media exposure for your invention and no control of it by American Inventor. I just PM'ed you with a licensing contact that might be a perfect fit and get you on your way in a better direction.
Your Average Inventor
by Contextion » Thu Apr 05, 2007 11:13 am
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Thanks for giving us your show experience! Did you get to see the other inventions too - Im just wondering what the competition might be? I wish they would tell you ahead of time what the other inventions are that won. It would be funny if more than one person had the same idea and they picked the wrong person that had the newest provisional patent. Oh, how long did you have to wait to see the final judges?
Yes I saw a few inventions
by Mary » Thu Apr 05, 2007 11:38 am
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Hi there
they let this one lady that was the first one through. She invented a clear plastic cover that went on top of a shopping cart that protects you from germs...well guess what? they have wipes for that reason, i could'nt undersatnd that one, I had an idea that saved childrens lives..go figure. Her cover folded up and you carry it in your purse. so that way germs can get all over her belongings in her purse. Great Idea! not, all food stores have sanitary wipes to wipe your shopping cart with. I just thought they could've seen my idea. If I had gotten 2 yes's and 2 no's I could've pursuaded them , but the rules were, if you get 3 no's you have to turn around and leave
they let this one lady that was the first one through. She invented a clear plastic cover that went on top of a shopping cart that protects you from germs...well guess what? they have wipes for that reason, i could'nt undersatnd that one, I had an idea that saved childrens lives..go figure. Her cover folded up and you carry it in your purse. so that way germs can get all over her belongings in her purse. Great Idea! not, all food stores have sanitary wipes to wipe your shopping cart with. I just thought they could've seen my idea. If I had gotten 2 yes's and 2 no's I could've pursuaded them , but the rules were, if you get 3 no's you have to turn around and leave
by Mary » Thu Apr 05, 2007 12:00 pm
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Contextion wrote:Thanks for giving us your show experience! Did you get to see the other inventions too - Im just wondering what the competition might be? I wish they would tell you ahead of time what the other inventions are that won. It would be funny if more than one person had the same idea and they picked the wrong person that had the newest provisional patent. Oh, how long did you have to wait to see the final judges?
I had to wait for hours. And they kept changing the rules as we went there waiting. I think that's what got me very nervous. Competition is what you make of it. we are all there competeing. Chances of 2 Ideas alike are nill. due to the process of screening before hand.
by Average Inventor » Thu Apr 05, 2007 12:12 pm
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Mary,
I take it you were auditioning in Chicago? How long did you have to wait the first day to be seen and how many days did you have to wait around in Chicago before the 3rd round? Did Steve or Chris set you up with all details after you made it to the final stage = round 2 on day one of March 31st? More details please
Your Average Inventor
I take it you were auditioning in Chicago? How long did you have to wait the first day to be seen and how many days did you have to wait around in Chicago before the 3rd round? Did Steve or Chris set you up with all details after you made it to the final stage = round 2 on day one of March 31st? More details please
Your Average Inventor
by Mary » Thu Apr 05, 2007 12:20 pm
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Average Inventor wrote:Mary,
I take it you were auditioning in Chicago? How long did you have to wait the first day to be seen and how many days did you have to wait around in Chicago before the 3rd round? Did Steve or Chris set you up with all details after you made it to the final stage = round 2 on day one of March 31st? More details please
Your Average Inventor
Yes I auditioned in Chicago. I waited maybe 2hours. I was fortunte to have gotten in line in the beginning which in a miracle itself. I had to stay for 2 days for the taping. I met chris and had to fill oput more forms. the actual day of going up in front of the judges was Monday. They make it look like it was all done in one day, so you had to wear the exact same clothes, jewlery, shoes, everything to make it look like all the same day. Thank yo so much for the Info by the way. here you are all hyped up cause you made it throughthe 2 rounds, then you have to come back 2 days later. Kind of blows your magic and your excitement from the previous, you know what I mean?
by Mary » Thu Apr 05, 2007 12:27 pm
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Mary wrote:Average Inventor wrote:Mary,
I take it you were auditioning in Chicago? How long did you have to wait the first day to be seen and how many days did you have to wait around in Chicago before the 3rd round? Did Steve or Chris set you up with all details after you made it to the final stage = round 2 on day one of March 31st? More details please
Your Average Inventor
Yes I auditioned in Chicago. I waited maybe 2hours. I was fortunte to have gotten in line in the beginning which in a miracle itself. I had to stay for 2 days for the taping. I met chris and had to fill oput more forms. the actual day of going up in front of the judges was Monday. They make it look like it was all done in one day, so you had to wear the exact same clothes, jewlery, shoes, everything to make it look like all the same day. Thank yo so much for the Info by the way. here you are all hyped up cause you made it throughthe 2 rounds, then you have to come back 2 days later. Kind of blows your magic and your excitement from the previous, you know what I mean?
You'll get to see me in all my fabulous glory of crying my eyes out and looking stupid. When the show airs. i don't think I'll watch it. I could'nt bear it a second go round.
by Unlucky in Chicago » Mon Apr 09, 2007 7:19 am
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Mary,
Sorry to hear of your crappy experience. I will say that you should be proud, I didn't get nearly as far as you, and we had high hopes as well. My boyfriend and I got there (in Chicago) early and did enjoy meeting all kinds of inventors. We are still trying to find out about some of the people we made friends with and if they made it as far as you did. We liked a guy named Marco who developed software for a video game (kinda complicated though), and a real nice family with a dog named Ludlow. We liked them, and thought thier invention was very good. We are just hoping that those of us who were OVERLOOKED BIG TIME are able to keep trying and not give up our DREAMS! Hang in there Mary. I am SURE that America will understand your emotions after being judged.
Sorry to hear of your crappy experience. I will say that you should be proud, I didn't get nearly as far as you, and we had high hopes as well. My boyfriend and I got there (in Chicago) early and did enjoy meeting all kinds of inventors. We are still trying to find out about some of the people we made friends with and if they made it as far as you did. We liked a guy named Marco who developed software for a video game (kinda complicated though), and a real nice family with a dog named Ludlow. We liked them, and thought thier invention was very good. We are just hoping that those of us who were OVERLOOKED BIG TIME are able to keep trying and not give up our DREAMS! Hang in there Mary. I am SURE that America will understand your emotions after being judged.
by renebruce » Wed Jun 13, 2007 12:46 am
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Hi Mary,
Sorry to hear about all your problems.. nothing is easy, I can give you my sob story as well, life sucks at times.. in any event... can I ask ya what is your invention ?? as I kinda watched the show and saw some stuff that they missed that will rock if done correctly... I was in the bike business for yrs.. and still have a few contacts in it... ( I was a bike mechanic for the olympic training center in CO springs in 85-86) and if u can give me some basic info I might be able to help if I like your idea...
Thanx..
Rene
ps. Just don't give up, maybe put this on the side burner, and roll some other idea you have, just never give up !
pps. I do have to say one thing.. that gal from Spanx she acts like she is so great, come on what she did was take a product and cut it up, it's not like she invented hose.. If I were a woman I'd slap her....yes she got lucky as her break came from the Branson show she was on...anyhow..
Sorry to hear about all your problems.. nothing is easy, I can give you my sob story as well, life sucks at times.. in any event... can I ask ya what is your invention ?? as I kinda watched the show and saw some stuff that they missed that will rock if done correctly... I was in the bike business for yrs.. and still have a few contacts in it... ( I was a bike mechanic for the olympic training center in CO springs in 85-86) and if u can give me some basic info I might be able to help if I like your idea...
Thanx..
Rene
ps. Just don't give up, maybe put this on the side burner, and roll some other idea you have, just never give up !
pps. I do have to say one thing.. that gal from Spanx she acts like she is so great, come on what she did was take a product and cut it up, it's not like she invented hose.. If I were a woman I'd slap her....yes she got lucky as her break came from the Branson show she was on...anyhow..
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