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Ever wonder who first thought of the microwave, or whose idea it was to create a remote control for the television?What about the disposable diaper? Someone had to have these ideas and turn them into inventions.
Do you have a great idea for an invention? Have you ever found yourself thinking, “I wish someone would come up with….” Have you ever seen one of your ideas featured on television by someone who took action on it? People have ideas, every day but never act on them, but Shameeka Hunt of “Keep Me Tight” is the exception to the rule.
Shameeka shares how she turned her idea into an invention. She had a personal need and decided to fill it. Learn what it took for Shameeka to become an inventor and how her story may inspire you to turn your ideas into reality.
Shameeka did not let being a wife, mother of two (a newborn and 1 year old), and a full-time job as an Engineer stop her from creating a product to fulfill a personal need! Shameeka had to keep a tight calendar to make it happen.
If you have an idea that you need to take action on, Shameeka says the first step is to find a quiet place to think through your idea and DOCUMENT it! Then TAKE ACTION by setting aside time to work on it every day. Do not let doubtful thoughts or feeling overwhelmed derail your momentum. The time is now to give your idea some life. Who knows, your idea could be the next BIG thing!