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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and Ecommerce with CrowdCrux | Crowdfunding Demystified

337 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 312 ratings

Kickstarter and crowdfunding advice from successful campaigns. Salvador Briggman is the founder of CrowdCrux, the most popular blog in the niche with over 20,000 subscribers. He has been cited as an expert by the New York Times, the Wallstreet Journal, and more.

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EP #442 Tech Startup Founders Share Their Secrets To A $591,361 Republic Campaign | LEXI

May 04, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 98.7 MB

Equity crowdfunding is currently in its heyday. So how can you hit it big with your next campaign? In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman speaks to Scott Cahill and John Osborne about their $591,361 Republic campaign for a tech start-up called LEXI.  Expect to learn: Some key signs that you might be dealing with a scammer How to communicate with prospective investors And how to get the right media attention for your campaign Hope you find it helpfu...

EP #441 Going From A Canceled Kickstarter To $1 Million Mega Success | Back Transformer

April 27, 2023 13:00 - 40 minutes - 93.5 MB

It’s a tough choice to cancel your campaign but sometimes it might be the key to your future success. And today’s podcast guest is living proof of that! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman speak to creator Marina Prospero who has raised over $1 million on Kickstarter and Indiegogo InDemand. You’ll learn: Why they canceled their first Kickstarter campaign and what they did differently the second time around Why you need to secure your ...

EP #440 Bold New Launch Hacks That Raised $298,591 On Kickstarter | Biigloo

April 13, 2023 13:00 - 40 minutes - 92.4 MB

Brand building can really make or break a crowdfunding campaign.  Today’s story is the ultimate example of that! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman and creator Kazaf Ye dive into the step-by-step plan that raised 6-figures on Kickstarter for his product Biigloo. You’ll discover: Kazaf’s proven tips on how to build trust with your audience How to manage negative reviews from influencers How to stand out from your competitors Just ...

EP #439 Zencastr Breaks Down How They Raised $562,627 On WeFunder

April 06, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 88.5 MB

No need to sugarcoat it: equity crowdfunding is new, and many people are still skeptical about it. So why go with that route? The thing is, there are people who believe in your passion project so much that want to help you scale it. And as today’s story shows, fostering that relationship through equity crowdfunding can go a long way!   In today’s episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman speaks to the co-founder of Zencastr, Josh Nielsen, about all the steps th...

EP #438 The Secret Behind a Blockbuster $1.1 Million Indiegogo Campaign | Move+ by Kineon

March 30, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 87.1 MB

Every campaign is different, but if there’s one bit of advice that, when applied, works for every single creator, it’s this: Listen to your crowd. Even if you don’t have the ultimate landing page or messaging yet, your crowd will tell you what you might be missing, and today’s story proves it! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman and creator Tom Sanderson delve into the ins and outs of a million-dollar Indiegogo campaign. You’ll disc...

EP #437 This $609,928 WeFunder Proves No Idea Is Too Niche | Morari

March 23, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 82.4 MB

There are a lot of benefits to doing an equity crowdfunding campaign, but I'm not gonna lie, it’s not for everyone. Here’s why: When you do an equity crowdfunding campaign, you have to be willing to give up a percentage of your company in order to raise capital.  But if that’s something you are willing to do, you can do a mega-successful raise and today’s episode shows you how! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman speak to CEO of Morari...

EP #436 Going From A Failed Kickstarter To A $103,200 Success | HipStar

March 16, 2023 13:00 - 37 minutes - 85.5 MB

Success takes a lot of time, hard work, and sometimes … one failed campaign along the way. Such was the case with today's guest whose first campaign didn’t go exactly as planned but he didn’t stop. He did it all over again, launched a second campaign, and, lo and behold, raised $103,200 on Indiegogo! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman talks to creator Igor Koshutin about what he did differently to achieve this mega success. You’ll learn: His t...

EP #435 Surefire Way To Raise $613,204 on Indiegogo For A Tech Product | Hearth Display

March 14, 2023 05:06 - 41 minutes - 94.1 MB

Today’s guest is living proof that if you are willing to put in the work and really listen to your audience, your campaign’s success is pretty much inevitable.    In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman speaks to Susie Harrison, the co-founder of a women-led startup that just raised $613,204 on Indiegogo for their bold new household management tool Hearth Display.   You’ll get some invaluable tips and information on: The critical factors that led t...

EP #434 The Mind-Blowing Story Behind A £447,475 Reg CF For A Chair | Altwork

March 02, 2023 14:30 - 40 minutes - 92.8 MB

Equity crowdfunding is becoming all the rage right now. But here’s the bigger news: It’s not rocket science to do a successful equity crowdfunding campaign and today’s story proves it! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman talks to the CEO of Altwork Che Voigt, who is the only person in the crowdfunding history to raise both a Republic and Seedrs campaign! You’ll hear his top insider tips for founders, including: Why choose equity crowdfunding over...

EP #433 The Secrets of Building a Brand (From Scratch) With Indiegogo | Sourhouse

February 23, 2023 14:30 - 48 minutes - 110 MB

A clear mission and values are key to building a great brand, but you already know that, right?  What you probably don’t know is how to strike the right chord when communicating these to your audience. That’s just one of many great insights you’ll get from this episode! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman and Eric Fabian delve into the process of building a brand from scratch using crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo. You’ll di...

EP #432 From A Failed Kickstarter to A Six-Figure Mega Success | Marvin’s Den

February 16, 2023 14:00 - 42 minutes - 97.6 MB

Platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo offer a big opportunity for your business but there is another way you can raise money from the crowd. You’ve guessed it right! We’re talking about equity crowdfunding which recently became one of the fastest-growing crowdfunding models. In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman speak to Nick Raimondo whose startup raised £128, 707 from 129 investors on equity crowdfunding platform Seedrs.  Nick share...

EP #431 How to 4x Fund Your Kickstarter (As A Beginner) | Cube Monster

February 09, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 99.9 MB

If you’re a first-time creator, you might think of Kickstarter as a pretty scary place. Today’s story challenges you to think again! It took our guest four years of planning, product development, and figuring out things they didn’t even know existed. But when the campaign went live on Kickstarter, it was fully funded in four hours! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman speaks to creator Dor Sakal about what really went into launching his first board g...

EP #430 PR Secrets From A $100,848 Crowdfunding Success | Uphold Living

February 02, 2023 14:00 - 43 minutes - 99.7 MB

With new brands and products emerging every day, how to actually break through the noise? In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman and Hong Kong creator Eric Tong talk you through the PR and marketing tactics that went into two killer crowdfunding campaigns for a sustainable product.  You’ll learn: How to use PR to spread the word about your product in and beyond the crowdfunding space How to keep the momentum after the campaign launch And how to t...

EP #429 How to Fully Fund Your E-Commerce Product In One Day | Pulsetto

January 26, 2023 14:00 - 40 minutes - 93.2 MB

Let’s say you have a killer idea for a business or product. Now what? Today’s podcast guest stumbled upon a problem and instead of leaving it to the experts, they decided to come up with their own solution.  And they didn’t stop there. They launched it on Indiegogo where it raised €168,653 from 785 backers! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman speak to creator Vitalijus Majorovas about the steps they took to set the campaign up for suc...

EP #428 Diving Into a New Alternative Way to Fund Your Business - Propel(X)

January 19, 2023 14:00 - 39 minutes - 90.9 MB

Crowdfunding is a great tool for creatives, but is there anything in it for startup founders? Today we dive into this topic with one of the leading experts in the alternative investment landscape and co-founder of Propel(X), Swati Chaturvedi. In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman and Swati Chaturvedi are talking you through everything you need to know about this alternative style of investment crowdfunding, including: What are the types of companies ...

EP #427 Limbic Media Breaks Down How They Raised $117,929 on Kickstarter

January 12, 2023 14:00 - 39 minutes - 91.2 MB

When it comes to executing your ideas, having passion is key but also, let's face it, temporary. So, how do you turn your passion into a process and eventually, success? We are privileged to have multimedia artist and entrepreneur Justin Love on the show today to share the process that helped them launch a killer crowdfunding campaign and build an entire business from scratch! Expect to get some actionable steps and insider information on: How to build an amazing lead list How to sec...

EP #426 Why 2023 Offers A Unique Opportunity For Becoming A Crowdfunding Success

January 05, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 70.6 MB

If you've watched this space closely, you already know there have been some BIG shifts in the crowdfunding landscape over the last year… In case you haven’t, don’t worry because with today’s podcast we've got you covered! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear our host Salvador Briggman delve into the major trends that have shaped the crowdfunding industry over the last year and the things that you should have on your radar for 2023! We also get into some ...

EP #425 Podcasting Expert Allison Gill Shares Proven Patreon Tips

December 29, 2022 14:00 - 37 minutes - 86.9 MB

In this podcast episode, we debunk the most common myths about starting your own podcast. We also dive deep into the crowdfunding platform that has helped so many independent creators earn a living on a recurring basis! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman and creator Allison Gill talk about how she built a widely successful podcast that mixes news and comedy! You’re going to get the inside scoop on: What a successful podcast monetization stra...

EP #424 The Secrets to a $2.5 Million Crowdfunding Success (That You Won’t Find in a Google Search)

December 22, 2022 14:00 - 40 minutes - 93.6 MB

Today we take a deep dive into an emerging trend that no one really talks about:  More and more creators who are doing Kickstarter campaigns are also doing an equity crowdfunding raise…and are absolutely killing it! Our guest’s story is a brilliant example of that.  In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman and Elimelech Packouz, creator of Instafloss, go through the strategies that helped him build this incredible momentum and get $2.5 mil...

EP #423 Exact Framework to Make a Physical Product From Scratch

December 15, 2022 14:00 - 43 minutes - 100 MB

One of the most common questions when it comes to creating a new product is, where the heck should I start?  Having an idea is only where the journey begins. If you want to learn about steps that come after - from design to prototyping to marketing - you’ll definitely want to listen to this podcast episode. In this podcast episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman and product development expert Noah McNeely delve into: The step-by-step process of cre...

EP #422 How To Raise £115,984 on Kickstarter and Indiegogo While Working Full-Time | Creamy Patina

December 08, 2022 14:00 - 43 minutes - 99 MB

Today’s story defies some of the widely-held beliefs about what’s needed to launch a campaign, like the need to quit your full-time job, to have $50,000 for marketing it, or to have an army of collaborators to help you out. In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman talk to Imran Haq, who raised over £115k on Kickstarter and Indiegogo and attracted 772 backers for his unique miniature watch cufflinks. Imran will share the tips and strategies h...

EP #421 Smart & Easy Ways to Organize Your Creative Work | REDROMINA

December 01, 2022 14:00 - 39 minutes - 54 MB

You’ve probably heard about the messy creative. If you’re here, chances are you are a messy creative yourself (aren’t we all?). But here’s some good news: there are smart ways you can organize your creative work and tasks more efficiently, and today's podcast episode is just about that! We’ve brought an expert on the show today who’s going to share the tactics and tools she has used multiple times to turn her ideas into physical products.  So, in this episode of the Crowdfunding Demyst...

EP #420 The Pre-Launch System That Attracted 6-Figures on Indiegogo | RKIN Water Systems

November 24, 2022 14:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Our guest's entrepreneurial journey began in 2009 with a simple e-commerce business. Things didn’t go as planned and the global financial crisis at the time didn’t help.  Eventually, the business didn’t survive but it helped them come up with a unique product that got fully funded on Kickstarter in just 3 hours and recently attracted $163,556 on Indiegogo! We’re talking about Eric K, the creator of a unique water system who launched successful campaigns on Kickstarter and Indiegogo an...

EP #419 10x Kickstarter Reveals Repeatable Strategy For Success | Hit Point Press

November 17, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

What is the best and most overlooked piece of advice when it comes to becoming a crowdfunding success? It’s all about starting small and being consistent. Yeah, it is that simple and today’s show proves it! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman and creator Ricardo Evangelho delve into the repeatable strategy that he and his team developed to raise 10 successful campaigns. You’ll learn some great insights that Ricardo has learned during the proces...

EP #418 Going From an Etsy Seller to a $215,921 Kickstarter | Focus Timer

November 10, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

What is one of the most common mistakes first-time creators make? Here’s a small hint: it has to do with finding the right balance between getting people’s feedback on your product and keeping your idea private.  In today’s episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast Salvador Briggman and 6-time Kickstarter success Dave Zuverink explore this further and discuss what actually goes into launching a product that people genuinely want to support, buy, and own like mad! You’ll get insi...

EP #417 These Tools Launched 19 Successful Kickstarter Campaigns | Skies of Fire

November 03, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

Today’s podcast episode answers the question now on everyone’s lips: “Can I really crowdfund my way to a new career path?” Our guest was a bit skeptical about this when he first learned about crowdfunding in 2009… and was proven pretty wrong. We are thrilled to have creator Ray Chou on the show who has launched 19 successful campaigns over the last 10 years! He learned tons along the way and in this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman and R...

EP #416 $291,418 Kickstarter Creator Shares Insider Hacks | Trailblazer

October 27, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

One question that keeps coming up in my calls with students is: How to launch a campaign that stands out? Today’s episode holds a lot of the answers! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman talks to Nick Murray about the strategies and tools that helped him and his partner launch a campaign that really stands out! Expect to hear insider guidance, tips for founders, and more great information on: Proven ways to build product credibility from scratc...

EP #415 Unique Way to Raise £379k on Kickstarter (Without Any Product Reviews)

October 20, 2022 13:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

You might think that securing product reviews is key to building credibility and running a successful campaign. Think again! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman speaks to Joshua Blackburn, the creator of League of the Lexicon, who raised £379,062 on Kickstarter without pursuing conventional wisdom and really going with his gut instead. You’ll discover: How did they achieve that mega success without any product reviews? What pre-launch marketin...

EP #414 A Deep Dive Into a $254,376 Kickstarter Success Story

October 13, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

What’s the secret to launching a killer Kickstarter campaign? It’s not having a perfect page (though that doesn’t hurt!). It’s about dreaming big and taking action and in today’s show, we deep dive into what that actually looks like in real life! We are so excited to have author and creator Phoenix Grey speak to Salvador Briggman on today’s show about how she managed to turn her idea into reality, get people excited about it, and hit her funding goal, all of which within a very, very ...

EP #413 This £330k Kickstarter Proves You Can Launch From Anywhere In The World

October 06, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Forget everything you’ve heard about running a successful campaign. No matter who you are, where you are, or what you do for a living, you can do a successful campaign as long as you check some of the boxes that we talk about in today’s podcast! One thing we really hope you’ll take away from this show is that this is possible. We are so privileged to have creator Joon Sang Lee speak about how he and his partner attracted over £330k from more than 1500 backers on Kickstarter for their g...

EP #412 The Launch Checklist That Will Help You Crush Your Kickstarter Goal in 48 Minutes | Silver Coin

September 29, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Ever wondered what separates an epic business idea from a successful venture? In this episode, we delve deep into this topic and the practical steps that turned a board game idea into a €129,115 Kickstarter! In today’s episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast Salvador Briggman speaks to Lan Krajncic, the brain behind the tabletop game Silver Coin which got over 1,480 backers. From an initial idea to product development to launch strategy, Lan will share the tools and tactics th...

EP #411 From Idea To $1 Million in 24 hrs on Kickstarter | Nura

September 22, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

Big ideas start small and today’s episode is a great testament to that!  You’re gonna learn about all the incredible things that one small decision can lead to such as coming up with an epic product and raising $1.8 million on Kickstarter for it. In this episode of the Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman talks to Luke Campbell, the creator of wireless earbuds NuraTrue, about all the micro steps, tactics and tools that went into this mega success. Luke will share some great tips and...

EP #410 How to Raise €181k Without a Marketing Budget | Pen Tips

September 15, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB

Here’s an unpopular opinion: you can launch a successful Kickstarter without spending a dime on marketing. Sounds crazy, right? Wait till you hear from today’s guest who has managed to raise €181,627 from 3,062 backers on Kickstarter without any.marketing.budget.at.all. But what really goes into building such a strong community? In today’s episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman talks to Marc Tuinier about the pre-launch tactics and tools he used to achieve...

EP #409 Key Things to Know Before Starting a Patreon

September 08, 2022 13:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

What if I tell you that you can be an artist, podcaster, writer, or creative doing whatever you love full-time and get properly paid for it? Or even better, have a community of raving fans that pays you each month to continue creating? Enter Patreon, a subscription-based crowdfunding platform. In today’s episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, we take a deep dive into the key things you should know about the platform: How does it fare compared to other crowdfunding platforms? ...

EP #408 These Crowdfunding Tools Raised Over $9 Million | Gryphon

September 01, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

What is the one thing that all successful founders have in common? They have a very strong vision (and often quirky habits, apparently). In today’s show, we explore how an incredible startup has managed to unite so many people around its vision and raise over $9 million to bring its products to the world! So in this episode of the Demystified Crowdfunding podcast, Salvador Briggman speaks to the co-founder of Gryphon John Wu about the things he and his team have done behind the scenes...

EP #407 Guide to Launching 9 Successful Kickstarter Campaigns | Loke Battle Mats

August 25, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

You often hear about the things that you should do in order to launch a successful campaign. But what is the #1 thing you shouldn’t do? In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman speak to Matt Henderson who along with his partner has raised multiple Kickstarter campaigns for their battle map books. Matt will share the key lesson he learned along the way, including: How to build an international community around your product How to keep the ...

EP #406 Record-Breaking $1.03 Million Kickstarter Secrets | Acheron & Styxx

August 18, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Ever wondered what goes into a first-time Kickstarter that blows way past its goal? It all starts with community, and today’s guest will share exactly why! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, we have female author Sherrilyn Kenyon on the show who has managed to raise $1,038,010 from 4,252 backers on Kickstarter for the special edition of her books, Acheron's & Styxx. That’s twice past her funding goal! You’ll hear her shared great insider tips and information on...

EP #405 The Secret to Raising $100k in One Day to Self Publish Your Book | Black Sands

August 11, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Whether you want to raise funds for your business or passion project, there is a crowdfunding platform that’s perfect for your needs. Don’t just take our word for it, listen to what today’s guest, Manuel Godoy, has to say about successfully raising on WeFunder, Kickstarter, and Patreon. In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman speaks to Manuel about his recent six-figure Kickstarter for Black Sands’ Anniversary Edition.  But the conversation goes way ...

EP #404 From a Niche Product Idea to a 6-Figure Indiegogo Success | Goldie

August 04, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

One thing that often gets left behind in all the talk about crowdfunding is what happens before you hit the ‘Go Live’ button. It’s the small steps that go a long way and today’s story proves just that! In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman speak to the co-founder of Sourhouse, Erik Fabian, who has managed to raise a six-figure on Indiegogo for a product that people passionately love. How cool is that? You’ll hear Erik share the pre-launch...

EP #403 WeFunder Expert Shares BIG News - Killer Reg CF Tips

July 28, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MB

Equity crowdfunding may sound a bit complex at first but it’s not. Especially if you hear about it from someone with tons of industry experience. So, in today’s Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, we speak to one of the legends in the crowdfunding space, Jonny Price of WeFunder, about all the exciting things that have been happening in the industry recently, including an exciting initiative by WeFunder coming up! Jonny will share some expert tips and more great information on: Is WeFunder...

EP #402 Here’s How to Turn Your Fashion Idea into a $360,793 Kickstarter Breakthrough | Nuudii System

July 21, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Here’s a little inside tip:  Crowdfunding is hot right now but it’s still the road less travelled. Ever wonder why? Simply put, because there is plenty of information out there but too little of it is designed to equip you with the exact tools to get you started.  So, in this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman speaks to the founder of Nuudii System, Annette Azan, about how she crushed her Kickstarter goal and reached 4,323 backers for her revolutionary ...

EP #401 Kickstarter Creator’s Tactical Advice on Raising $129,712 for a Smart Jacket | Quanta Vici

July 14, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Creativity is key but it is not everything when it comes to realizing your ideas. That’s precisely where crowdfunding comes in! So, in today’s Crowdfunding Demystified episode, you’ll hear from creator Adrien Beyk about how he made a six-figure success out of his first two crowdfunding campaigns.  This includes advice on: How a soft launch can set up your product to success How to reach 1,000 backers with your first crowdfunding campaign Best practices that helped Quanta Vici rai...

EP #400 The Formula That Raised $855,964 With Reg CF | Calculated Sequels

July 07, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

One of the main things about crowdfunding I find really cool is the fact that you can literally do it all! Whether that be a physical product, software, or service, no idea—no matter how out of the box they may seem—is off the table in terms of what can be successfully funded.  If your idea is based around entertainment like games, comics, or in this case, a movie franchise, today is going to be an awesome episode for you! In today’s episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, you’ll hear Sal...

EP #399 The System Used To Get 3,299 Backers On Kickstarter | Canairi

June 30, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

Entrepreneurship is an amazing thing! It allows us to follow our dreams, meet new people and make money in the process. Yet, it’s one of the hardest things you can do! Honestly, there are few things more complicated than starting a business. From the advice and knowledge of guests I’ve had on the show, we know that idea generation and brainstorming are critical parts of the creative process. However, to build a project from an idea, you first need to identify what problem your idea...

EP #398 The Framework Used To Raise $1.1 Million On Kickstarter | Dead By Daylight: The Board Game

June 23, 2022 13:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

Have you ever had an idea for a product, launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund it, and raised millions of dollars? I’m going to have a guess and say no (or at least not yet). But what’s stopping you from achieving your Kickstarter goal? What about surpassing it by a massive 326%? That’s exactly what happened with today’s guest, as they raised an astonishing $1,067,395 for their Kickstarter project! In this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman talk to...

EP #397 These New Techniques Raised $290,657 On Kickstarter | Plufl

June 16, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “If it were easy, everyone would be doing it.” Is that true as it relates to Kickstarter? If you have been with me for any length of time, you know my answer: I don’t think so! As someone who has had the privilege of speaking to guests of many successful Kickstarter projects, my answer should come as no surprise. However, if you take note of tips, tricks, and techniques used by the multitude of guests I’ve had on my podcast, you’ll start to visualize...

EP #396 The Method To Raise $307,389 With Reg CF | Kidcaboo

June 09, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

Let me guess: You’re looking to raise six figures or more with crowdfunding but have no idea where to start? Or maybe you already own a company but want to raise funds for a specific project…like…say…a software that will take your existing business to new heights! Brace yourself because I’m going to blow your mind. Today’s guest raised over $300,000 for their crowdfunding campaign! In today’s episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, you’ll hear Salvador Briggman talk to the founder and C...

EP #395 The Formula Nebia Towel Used To Raise $167,750 On Kickstarter

June 02, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

There is no question that reaching your crowdfunding goal is probably the number one priority for your product. The problem is, how do you actually reach that goal? That goalpost figure you’ve set for your project, the amount that will change your life? Well, today’s episode features a guest who has run many successful crowdfunding campaigns and absolutely smashed their goal with their latest project. Tune in and learn how you can too! In this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, y...

EP #394 This New Technique Raised $735,473 On Kickstarter | Elevated Craft

May 26, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

We’ve all had these thoughts at some point, whether you are seriously considering crowdfunding your product or just throwing out ideas... “How do I create a product people actually want to buy?” “What do I need to do to give backers the same excitement in my product that I have?” Well, I have great news for you! Today’s guest will break down exactly what happens behind the scenes in making both a beautiful, well-designed product and pitch videos that leave the viewer enthralled! In...

EP #393 The Exact Strategy Used To Raise $492,896 On Kickstarter | Passport III

May 19, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Kickstarter has become an enormous platform that many entrepreneurs use to get their ideas off the ground. Thousands of people have successfully raised money through this type of crowdfunding, and it stands to reason that there are many best practices. You’d be crazy not to know or use this information for your own startup! Today’s guest will reveal exactly how they raised over $400,000 with the backing of over 7,000 investors for their latest campaign, Passport III! In this episode...