Think you know Patents, Think Again! | Akarsh Sharma | #TGV628

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Summary

In this engaging conversation, Akarsh Sharma, a passionate innovator and patent holder, shares his journey from a small town in Himachal Pradesh to becoming a recognized figure in the world of innovation and intellectual property rights. He discusses the importance of curiosity, the pivotal moments that shaped his career, and the misconceptions surrounding patents. Akarsh emphasizes the need for aspiring innovators to overcome their fears and take actionable steps towards protecting their ideas. The episode also features a fun, rapid-fire round, providing insights into Akarsh's personality and thoughts on innovation.

Takeaways

Curiosity drives innovation and problem-solving.

Success is often a blend of failure and persistence.

Patents can be pursued by anyone with a novel idea.

The process of patenting is not as complicated as it seems.

Many innovators give up before trying due to misconceptions.

Real innovation is about creating something new, not copying.

The journey of innovation often starts with a simple problem.

Eating home-cooked food contributes to a stress-free life.

Awareness about intellectual property rights is crucial for innovators.

Starting small and seeking expert advice can ease the patenting process.

Sound Bites

"Curiosity would be my default mode."

"Success is a mix of failure and persistence."

"Necessity is the mother of invention."

"Got an idea, patent it before your neighbor does."

"Just don't overthink, just start."

"The kind of flow that you're doing at TGV is quintilingual."

Chapters

0:00:00 Precap

0:03:00 Introduction to Akarsh Sharma

0:03:01 Akarsh's Journey from Small Town to Innovation

0:05:57 Guiding Voices and Success Mantras

0:08:46 The Pivotal Moment of Innovation

0:11:59 Transition to Intellectual Property Rights

0:15:01 The Process of Patenting Ideas

0:17:59 Misconceptions About Patents and IPR

0:20:57 Challenges in the Patenting Process

0:24:06 Rapid Fire Round: Fun Insights

0:27:53 Advice for Aspiring Innovators

0:29:57 Conclusion and Trivia Segment

About the Guest:

Akarsh Sharma is a passionate innovator and Director at Startup Advisorz, with 22 patents to his name, 12 of which are granted by the Indian Patent Office. A TEDx speaker and admitted student at ISB, Akarsh is dedicated to turning ideas into assets and empowering innovators globally through his expertise in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR).

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