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A caller is thinking about making a prototype of their ideal product. Should they use a third-party service?
Notes from Chris
Episode 1490
A caller is wondering about making a prototype for his big 2021 idea. How should he proceed? We have another question like this coming up in a week or two, so I’m going to approach each one a bit differently. I want to make sure you can always learn something from these dialogues. Conveniently, our caller makes it easy for me because he’s asking something specific. Next week, we’ll go through a step-by-step process for making a series of bath toys. This time, we’re focussing on the idea of making a prototype for any product before moving forward with a full-on manufacturing stage."Hi, this is Dylan from Orlando, Florida, and I've been listening to this show for almost two years now, like a lot of people, I want to make twenty, twenty one the big year that I get going on my side hustle and I really feel like I'm ready to go. But I have a question regarding prototyping products that you've actually mentioned in previous episodes. You brought up a company called Prouduct as being a company to look into for getting prototypes made. I've also come across a company called Brainchild Engineering. So my question is, what factors should be taken into account and evaluated when deciding what company to contact about having a prototype made? I'm unsure of the relative pricing and offers and just any red flags to look out for, especially with the goal of getting a well-made prototype. Always appreciate your help, Chris, and team, Happy New Year. "Listen to today's episode to learn more...
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