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Enjoy this episode where entrepreneur, Sam Baker breaks down how big ideas start in small places.

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Episode Title: How Inventors Bootstrap BIG Invention Ideas (Work > Money)
Podcast: Invent With Me
Season 2 – Sponsored by the Invent With Me Patreon

Description:
Too many inventors believe their big idea won’t go anywhere unless they get funding first—but what if the secret to success is putting in the work before the money ever arrives?

In this episode of Invent With Me, your hosts Marcus and Grant sit down with Sam Baker, the founder of WriggleBrew, to unpack the gritty, honest truth about bootstrapping a real invention from zero to launch. Sam shares the real story—not the polished startup fairytale—of how he turned a dorm-room idea into a viable business without waiting around for a big check.

From using garages as labs to building a product in layers, this episode walks inventors through six actionable steps to move from concept to income. We dive into the hidden advantages of being resource-limited, how to develop grit, why many inventors waste time chasing validation and funding instead of traction, and the critical skill of pivoting when your initial idea doesn't go according to plan.

If you’ve ever felt stuck because you “just need money” to start, this episode is a wake-up call—and a masterclass in the value of doing over dreaming.

Highlights include:

• Why having limited resources is a superpower in the early invention phase
• How real intellectual property is in the work, not just the idea
• How Sam built his product step-by-step while holding down other commitments
• The emotional traps inventors fall into when comparing themselves to well-funded competitors
• When and how to take on funding—without losing control
• Why your garage is more powerful than you think

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Wondering what a serious inventor would do with your idea? Perhaps you have an invention idea that you TRULY want to see all the way through and you don't want to sell yourself short with a bogus licensing deal. Inventors who make profitable products and companies all follow some variation of these 6 rules.

Want to join an exclusive Discord community of seasoned inventors and be on a first name basis with people who LOVE this world of product development? Access the exclusive Discord through the Patreon below for just $6/Month! ⬇️

By popular demand... introducing Grant's "Invent With Me" Patreon.
-You may want to join if...
1. You have an invention idea but don't know where to go from here...
2. You need access to engineers, lawyers, inventors or manufacturers.
3. You need inspiration and weekly tips to bring your invention to the market and start making 7-figures from your idea.
https://patreon.com/InventWithMe?utm_...

IWM Engineer; Lance at https://www.freelancedesigns.ca/

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00:18 - Step 1: Ignore 90% of Advice Online
04:30 - Step 2: Research the Market (Using Amazon)
08:31 - Step 3: Wait on the Patent!
12:47 - Step 4: Prototype for Cheap
16:08 - Step 5: Source like a pro
21:50 - Step 6: Price for Profit
24:11 - (Bonus) Market with Zero dollars

In this episode of Invent with Me, Grant pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to turn a simple invention idea into a profitable six-figure business—without chasing patents or wasting money on bad advice. With just $6,000 and a product idea called the Foam Former, Grant walks listeners through the six essential steps that successful inventors take to bring their product to market. He debunks common myths pushed by online "gurus," explains how to do realistic market research using Amazon, and dives into why most new inventors waste time on patents too early.

You'll also hear about the early struggles inventors face, the false promises made by invention brokers like InventHelp, and how to trust your gut while filtering out 90% of the noise online. Whether you're a first-time product creator or already have a few ideas under your belt, this raw and insightful episode is your blueprint for building a real product business—without falling into the typical traps.

What if I told you that a simple idea and a $6,000 investment could turn into a six-figure brand — and it doesn't even start with a patent?
This is how real inventors actually make money, in six simple steps. And for today's episode, we’re going to use my little pal here, called the Foam Former.
But before we get into that, let’s talk about Step One: what's the first thing most inventors do to become profitable and actually make money?

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Looking for a step by step guide as to how to build a successful invention, supply chain and life from your invention? Look no more, the Bullseye will guarantee you focus on the right things at the right time for your invention.

Want to join an exclusive Discord community of seasoned inventors and be on a first name basis with people who LOVE this world of product development? Access the exclusive Discord through the Patreon below for just $6/Month! ⬇️

By popular demand... introducing Grant's "Invent With Me" Patreon.
-You may want to join if...
1. You have an invention idea but don't know where to go from here...
2. You need access to engineers, lawyers, inventors or manufacturers.
3. You need inspiration and weekly tips to bring your invention to the market and start making 7-figures from your idea.
https://patreon.com/InventWithMe?utm_...

IWM Engineer; Lance at https://www.freelancedesigns.ca/

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The Problem:
Inventors and entrepreneurs are always full of ideas. They’re like a dog scratching at the door to get out into the yard and chase squirrels. The squirrels represent the ideas. Not only is any single squirrel tough to catch, but if you try to catch more than one, you’re unlikely to catch any. The Innovator’s Bullseye gives you a tool to zero in on the squirrel you need to run down.

The Bullseye Approach:
The tool has four levels. The most important thing to get right is at the center (your customer), with each outer level becoming less critical to your success.
Note: Your goal is simplification. When you complete your bullseye, just a few words (or a short phrase) in each area is enough. That way, you’ll be able to understand your strategy at a quick glance!

The Center of the Bullseye: Target Customer
Who is your target customer? What pain are they experiencing, what gain do they want, or what job are they trying to accomplish? This is not the place to focus on solutions. You must be able to write this in one sentence.

Example: Vacationers struggling to secure items on their vehicle.

First Ring: The Marketing Mix
Also known as the “4Ps” (Product, Price, Place, and Promotion), this ring of the bullseye helps you clarify how your product or service will satisfy that customer job, problem, pain, or gain.

Product
What features matter to your target customer and their problem/job/pain/gain, and which are distracting? Choose no more than three features (ideally, one!) that are the most critical or unique to your product or service.

Price
Is it better to be cheaper? More expensive? Free? Sell on a subscription basis? Don’t worry so much about the specific price. Settle on a pricing strategy. The specifics will change. The strategy should not.

Place
Would it be better to sell on Amazon? On your own website? Direct through live salespeople? In a retail store? Through a partner? On social media? In the Marketing Mix, “place” refers to where your customer goes to buy your product or service.

Promotion
How can your brand or your advertising create a meaningful difference in the mind of your target customer? This isn’t the place for all your messaging or advertising plans. Focus on the promotional strategy—the most important message to communicate or the most important tactic to use.

The Invent With Me Podcast, where each week we help aspiring inventors and product creators to turn their innovative ideas into reality. Join us on youtube to have the ultimate show experience! www.youtube.com/@inventwithme