Bad Idea Brainstorm

The philosophy is simple, the path to a great idea is often paved with numerous not-so-great ones. So here they are, in all their imperfect glory.

May 5, 2015
Location-Based Feedback App

Why not gather location-based feedback on stores and send it directly to management?

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Dec 15, 2015
Calendar-Based Dating App

The dating app that syncs your schedule. Are you ready to find love through schedules?

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Young Adult Guidance Service

Why not create an online platform to help young adults navigate the challenges of 'adulting'?

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Mar 1, 2017
Cloud based Bloomberg service

Why not access Bloomberg services conveniently via the cloud for financial insights?

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May 9, 2017
Calorie Estimation by Camera

Why not estimate calories using a camera and machine vision technology for healthier eating?

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Jul 1, 2017
Second-Hand EV Battery Charging

There are a huge number of disposed Li-Ion batteries. Why not recycle for mobile EV charging?

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Oct 11, 2017
Smart 911 Multimedia Recording

Why not record multimedia during emergency calls with SmartPhones to increase safety?

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Dec 2, 2017
Allergy Medication for Dogs

Convince consumers that dogs get allergies then... Why not provide allergy medication for dogs?

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Jan 5, 2018
Measurement in Dog Beers

Everyone loves dogs. Why not measure liquid in 'dog beers'? One beer is seven dog beers.

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Feb 2, 2018
Tech Bus Stop Coffee Stand

There are lots of sleepy techies in line for buses to silicon valley. Why not sell them coffee?

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Jul 19, 2018
Cryptocurrency Arbitrage Inter-Exchange

Crypto exchanges had dramatically different prices. Why not arbitrage trade between them?

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Aug 1, 2018
Uber for piggyback rides

Uber was a huge hit. People love piggyback rides. Why not offer them on-demand as a service?

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Oct 26, 2018
Transcription App for Ideation

Ideation is messy and chaotic. Why not transcribe and document ideation sessions easily with AI?

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Nov 23, 2018
Delivery Platform for Seasonal Items

People always forget Roses on Valentines Day. Why not a platform for seasonal item deliveries?

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Dec 24, 2018
Digital Present Wrapping with QR Codes

Delivering non-physical gifts suck. Why not wrap gifts with QR codes hidden in confetti boxes?

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Jan 3, 2019
Finance People Like Companies

Why not finance people like companies? Sell equity and future cashflow to raise capital.

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Jan 17, 2019
Digital Scarcity with Specific Geolocation

Digital scarcity with geolocation. Why not launch Forest Fens treasure hunt but with crypto?

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Feb 14, 2019
Employment Intelligence Platform

Unlock valuable insights for employment decisions using massive amount of public data.

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Mar 11, 2019
Modular Pop-Up Retail Trucks

Modular retail vehicles for pop-up brands on the move. Why not build a platform for pop-ups?

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Mar 11, 2019
Fresh Baguette Machines at Clubs

Micro bakeries with fresh baguettes in prime locations. Wouldn't you want fresh bread in a bar?

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May 10, 2019
Union 2.0 for Gig Workers

Empower gig workers with a tech-enabled union. Why not build a technology enable union?

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Aug 7, 2019
Matching Singles Socks

We love variety but hate matching socks. Why not socks that are all different but still match?

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Aug 15, 2019
Premium Milk Subscription

Yep. Premium milk. Why not a premium milk subscription service to revive the milk man model?

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Oct 11, 2017
Gifting Insurance Policy

Never forget to send a gift again. Why not a product that sends a gift if you forget?

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Oct 27, 2017
Extreme Escape Room: Waiver Required

Are you brave enough to sign the waiver? Extreme escape room adventures await anyone who dares.

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Nov 2, 2017
Immutable Truth with Fact-Checker API

Get ready to fact-check the world! Can you handle the power of undeniable truth?

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Oct 25, 2019
Puppy Match App for Shelters

Find a furry friend who needs a home with a match app. Ready to swipe right on puppy love?

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Dec 28, 2019
Gastronomy Dish: Flavored Foam Plate

Experience gastronomy like never before with flavored foam plates. Why eat off regular plates when you can lick your way

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Jan 9, 2020
Tree Bond: Carbon Capture Credits

Sell future carbon capture credits generated by trees

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Mar 10, 2020
Woke Tiki Torch Brand

Big tiki was at the center of a white supremacist march. Why not build a tiki brand that stands for inclusion?

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Jun 4, 2020
Parody Law Branded Parties

Why not use the protection of Parody Law to throw branded parties without permission of brands?

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Jun 19, 2020
Whoop for Poop

We flush our best health data down the toilet. Why not analyze stool samples at the toilet level?

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Aug 22, 2020
MLM for Energy Crystals

Energy crystal market is similar essential oils. Why not apply MLM strategy to energy crystals?

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Sep 23, 2020
Hawk-Safe Dog Vests

Convince dog-owning population that hawks kill small dogs. Why not protect your dog with HawkVest™?

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Oct 15, 2020
Satirical OnlyFans with Fans

The internet loves dumb humor. Could one create an OnlyFans page featuring only fans and make money?

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Nov 1, 2020
The Moon Landing: A Drug Conspiracy

We play with the the idea of double conspiracy theories. The moon landing happened but you won’t believe what they found.

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Nov 4, 2020
Trump's 'Traitor Joe' Nickname

I support Joe Biden. That said, “Traitor Joe” would have been a tremendous nick name. Very catchy due to sonic similarities to Trader Joe’s.

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Feb 5, 2021
Self-Manipulation for Life Change

We can manipulate people using technology. Why not apply that power towards goals you select?

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Feb 25, 2021
Dog Brothel for Pre-Fixed Dogs

Before you get your puppy fixed why not let him or her enjoy the pleasures of intimacy one last time?

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Apr 2, 2021
Tiny Gimmick Sandwich Bar

Why not serve high quality tiny sandwiches at your bar as a cheap gimmick to get patrons in the door?

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May 18, 2021
Retirement Homes in Dead Malls

Malls are dying but their infrastructure is here to stay. Why not turn old malls into retirement villages?

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Jun 17, 2021
Turn Credit Cards into Metal

Metal credit cards are a status symbol. Why not allow people to convert a regular card to a metal one?

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Jul 10, 2021
D2C Cannabis Plant Kit Shipping

Cannabis delivery services are booming, but why not replicate the Bloomscape model for cannabis plants?

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Jul 10, 2021
Millennial Beach Chair Brand

Tommy Bahama beach chairs are a beach staple. Why not up-level with a millennial brand & sales channels?

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