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The Inventor Coach Podcast, hosted by Brian Fried, is your go-to resource for turning ideas into reality. Whether you’re a first-time inventor or an experienced creator, you’ll get actionable tips,...
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The Inventor Coach Podcast, hosted by Brian Fried, is your go-to resource for turning ideas into reality. Whether you’re a first-time inventor or an experienced creator, you’ll get actionable tips, personal stories, and proven strategies to help you move your invention from concept to market. Join Brian as he shares insights from his own experience as a successful inventor, interviews industry experts, and walks you through every stage of the invention journey — from prototyping and patents to pitching, licensing, and bringing your product to life.
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3 NOV 2025 · Episode 7: Manufacturing Smart — How to Build Your Invention Without Getting Burned
In this episode, Inventor Coach Brian Fried shares essential wisdom for turning your prototype into a real product without costly mistakes. Learn how to choose between domestic and overseas manufacturing, why samples are critical, what must go into your agreements, and how to protect yourself with quality control. This is your guide to manufacturing smart — and building your invention the right way from the start.Resources Mentioned:
- Coaching & Consulting:
https://brianfried.com
- Invention Playbook Newsletter:
https://inventionplaybook.com
- Inventor Smart Community App:
https://inventorsmart.com Subscribe to The Inventor Coach Podcast for new episodes, tips, and stories to help inventors succeed. Join the community → https://InventionPlaybook.com
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17 OCT 2025 · Episode 6: Building Your Invention Team — Who You Need to Help and When
Inventor Coach Brian Fried breaks down the essential players you need to bring your invention to life — from patent pros and designers to engineers and manufacturers. Learn who to bring on, when to bring them in, and how to build strong, reliable partnerships that move your idea forward.
Resources Mentioned:
- Coaching & Consulting:https://brianfried.com
- Invention Playbook Newsletter:
https://inventionplaybook.com
- Inventor Smart Community App:https://inventorsmart.com Subscribe to The Inventor Coach Podcast for new episodes, tips, and stories to help inventors succeed. Join the community → https://InventionPlaybook.com
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17 OCT 2025 · Episode 5: Evaluating Market Demand — How to Know if People Will Buy Your Invention
Inventor Coach Brian Fried shares quick, practical ways to test whether your invention has real demand — before you invest heavily. Learn how to collect honest feedback, analyze existing products, run low-cost tests, and validate your idea with real customers.
Resources Mentioned:
- Coaching & Consulting:https://brianfried.com
- Invention Playbook Newsletter:https://inventionplaybook.com
- Inventor Smart Community App:https://inventorsmart.com Subscribe to The Inventor Coach Podcast for new episodes, tips, and stories to help inventors succeed. Join the community → https://InventionPlaybook.com
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8 OCT 2025 · What Every Inventor Needs to Know Before Filing
Thinking about patenting your invention? Before you spend a dime, listen to this. Inventor Coach Brian Fried explains the must-know basics about patents — types, timing, costs, and how to use them strategically. A must-watch for every inventor getting started.
📌 What You’ll Learn:
- The 3 types of patents and when to use each
- How to avoid filing too early or too late
- Why patents don’t guarantee success
- What records you must keep to protect your idea
🎧 Listen to more episodes:
https://inventionplaybook.com 👤 Work with Brian:
https://brianfried.com 📱 Join the community:https://inventorsmart.com Subscribe to The Inventor Coach Podcast for new episodes, tips, and stories to help inventors succeed. Join the community → https://InventionPlaybook.com
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29 SEP 2025 · Taking Your First Tangible Step
Brian Fried explains how to turn your concept into a working prototype, why prototyping is critical, and how you can do it affordably. Learn tips on starting simple, getting feedback, and using your prototype to refine your invention and pitch it effectively.
Resources mentioned:
- Coaching & Consulting:https://brianfried.com
- Invention Playbook Newsletter:https://inventionplaybook.com
- Inventor Smart Community App:https://inventorsmart.com Subscribe to The Inventor Coach Podcast for new episodes, tips, and stories to help inventors succeed. Join the community → https://InventionPlaybook.com
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19 SEP 2025 · Expanding Your Window of Opportunity
In this episode, Brian Fried shares practical advice on how to evaluate your invention’s potential by identifying your target market and expanding your window of opportunity. Using real examples from his experience, Brian helps inventors think beyond their initial ideas to discover multiple uses and markets. He also discusses the importance of early research to check for similar products and how treating your invention like a business increases your chances of success.
Resources mentioned:
- Coaching & Consulting:https://brianfried.com
- Invention Playbook Newsletter:https://inventionplaybook.com
- Inventor Smart Community App:https://inventorsmart.com
https://inventorsmart.com Subscribe to The Inventor Coach Podcast for new episodes, tips, and stories to help inventors succeed. Join the community → https://InventionPlaybook.com
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26 AUG 2025 · Meet Brian Fried & Your Guide to Innovation
In this very first episode of The Inventor Coach Podcast, meet your host Brian Fried — inventor, author, and trusted mentor to thousands of inventors worldwide. Brian shares his journey from securing 15 patents to helping inventors turn their ideas into market-ready products. You’ll learn what inspired him to start this podcast, what to expect from future episodes, and how his insights can help you navigate the often confusing world of invention. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to license, manufacture, or pitch your product, this podcast delivers practical tips, real inventor stories, and strategies to help you succeed. Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:
- Coaching Sessions → https://BrianFried.com
- Invention Playbook Newsletter → https://InventionPlaybook.com
- Inventor Smart Community → https://InventorSmart.com Subscribe to The Inventor Coach Podcast for new episodes, tips, and stories to help inventors succeed. Join the community → https://InventionPlaybook.com
The Inventor Coach Podcast, hosted by Brian Fried, is your go-to resource for turning ideas into reality. Whether you’re a first-time inventor or an experienced creator, you’ll get actionable tips,...
show more
The Inventor Coach Podcast, hosted by Brian Fried, is your go-to resource for turning ideas into reality. Whether you’re a first-time inventor or an experienced creator, you’ll get actionable tips, personal stories, and proven strategies to help you move your invention from concept to market. Join Brian as he shares insights from his own experience as a successful inventor, interviews industry experts, and walks you through every stage of the invention journey — from prototyping and patents to pitching, licensing, and bringing your product to life.
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| Author | Brian Fried |
| Organization | Inventor Smart w/ Brian Fried |
| Categories | Entrepreneurship , Business , How To |
| Website | theinventorcoach.com |
| info@inventorsmart.com |
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