
About this episode
Since 1997, Paul Akers has developed more than 800 products, growing FastCap into an 8-figure business. In this interview, we’ll dig into his product development process and find out how to create a product that sells from one of the masters of the industry.
Most people know Paul Akers as the mind behind the Lean movement. He introduced this innovative concept to the world with his first book, 2 Second Lean. Lean thinking is a part of everything Paul does, and that includes product development. In this interview, he’ll focus on how he build FastCap into a powerhouse of successful new products.
Today, Paul’s talking through every step of his development process, from coming up with product ideas to researching their potential in the market and designing products that people want to buy. He’ll also share tips to help you avoid common mistakes and improve your chances of getting your product to market.
Resources
- https://bit.ly/4f2jbn0 Connect with Paul in the community
- Paul Akers website - Hear more insights from Paul and check out his books on his website
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