Episode Details

Watch this video to discover the journey of becoming an inventor by creating things that can change the lives of everyday people. Dive into the exciting world of a career as an inventor and learn the strategies and mindset needed to create groundbreaking innovations. Don't miss out on the resources and secrets to turning your ideas into a successful business empire! ================================================================= Timestamp: 0:00 - Intro

0:48 - What is a typical day like for an inventor - where do you get your inspiration?

2:01 - Do inventors need to be good at science?

3:00 - How long have you been inventing things?

4:09 - What was your first successful invention?

6:30 - What was it like going through the patent process?

7:01 - The importance of a patent search.

8:13 - How are your family members involved in your process?

10:18 - 15 patents, licensed products.

12:19 - Different products in different stages.

14:12 - Helping other inventors.

17:02 - When did you consider yourself an inventor?

18:16 - Demonstration: Paper Tower Topper

20:40 - Demonstration: Eggstra Space Collapsible Egg Tray

22:26 - Inventor Club, Trade Shows and other resources for inventors.

23:40 - Inventor Groups, Inventor Clubs

24:51 - The Inventor Smart Community, collaborate with other inventors

25:32 - Personal anecdote

26:41 - Surprise question

29:03 - Talent has the floor

30:21 - Demonstration: Tongs

31:04 - Demonstration: Pull Ties Bag Sealer

31:53 - Think bigger

32:32 - Outro ================================================================= Photo credits: Lightbulb Photo by Pixabay: https://www.pexels.com/photo/two-lighted-pendant-lamps-266688/ Sketchpad Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko: https://www.pexels.com/photo/sketches-and-drawings-on-a-sketchpad-6615229/

================================================================= Guest Information: Brian's website: ⁠brianfried.com⁠

Paper Towel Topper: ⁠https://amzn.to/3unZ0dH⁠

Book: ⁠https://amzn.to/3E3oWR2⁠

Inventor Smart Community App: ⁠inventorsmart.app⁠

National Inventor Club: ⁠nationalinventorclub.com⁠

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