What does it really take to turn a simple idea into a seven-figure product business?

In this episode of Purpose-Driven Progress, host Jacob Hicks sits down with Nick Barrett, founder of Cord Brick, a sleek, practical solution to cord chaos that’s now sold over $1 million in products. Nick shares his journey from failed jobs and self-doubt to successful entrepreneur—and why taking action is more powerful than endless research.

You’ll learn:

• How Cord Brick was born from a personal frustration

• Why prototyping is more important than perfection

• The truth about manufacturing, patents, and design iteration

• How to build lean using freelancers over employees

• Why users don’t always know what they need—and how to lead them anyway

🔗 Links from the episode:

• Cord Brick Website

• Nick Barrett on LinkedIn

💡 And keep an eye out for Nick’s next launch: Mug Brick, a desk-friendly drink holder built with the same design philosophy.

Whether you're building your first product or trying to scale smarter, this conversation is packed with real talk and sharp insight.