In this episode of Meet the Makers, we sit down with Austin Eckman, founder of inventr.io, to discuss his journey from a 12-year-old programming enthusiast to creating a business that empowers people of all ages to learn coding and circuits through story-based DIY kits (most popularly, 30 days lost in space.) Austin shares insights on his educational background, the challenges of starting a business with minimal resources, his philosophy on AI, and the evolution of inventr.io. He also talks about the importance of community feedback, the impact of social media advertising, and future plans for the company. Tune in to learn more about his inspiring journey and the principles that have guided his success. . . Check out inventr.io Website: https://inventr.io/ Get 30 days lost in space: https://inventr.io/products/adventure-kit-30-days-lost-in-space Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/inventrkits https://www.facebook.com/inventrdotio/
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. . Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Austin Eckman and inventr.io 00:30 Austin's Early Journey into Coding 02:10 From College to E-commerce 02:34 The Birth of STEM Kits 03:33 Challenges and Failures in Business 05:47 The Power of Storytelling 09:35 Scaling the Business with Video Ads 10:37 Dedication and Hard Work 15:23 The Role of AI in Business 17:10 Thoughts on College and Career Paths 21:15 Future Plans and Conclusion
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