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

Do you live outside of the United States?

Today, I brought on an entrepreneur and engineer from Taiwan who has raised $220,746 on Kickstarter for a multi-purpose utility knife.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

Today I spoke with the team behind the igloohome Smart Padlock. These guys raised $151,033 on Indiegogo and reveal the formula that led them to success. 

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_237_Formula_Behind_a_151033_Raise_on_Indiegogo___igloohome.mp3
Category:indiegogo -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Want to get your product manufactured, but don't know where to begin?

Getting your product made by a factory in China takes a lot of persistence.

Today, I spoke with Josh Fairbairn Josh, the founder of MorphoMFG. He specializes in getting products manufactured for Kickstarter campaigns. 

Learn about Morpho MFG: http://www.crowdcrux.com/morphomfg

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_236_Kickstarter_China_Manufacturing_and_Supply_Chain_Hacks.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Oh man!

We first had on Brian Filko in episode #204 where he shared how he raised five figures with his Pry.Me Kickstarter campaign.

He's been doing big things in the crowdfunding world since then. He launched an Indiegogo campaign for EverRachet, which has thus far raised more than $166,000+ from the crowd. 

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_234_The_Magic_Trick_to_Raise_166233_on_Indiegogo_-_EverRatchet.mp3
Category:indiegogo -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

Do you want to raise money for a fashion startup?

The team behind the Kosan Travel Dress started out with a travel packing system product, which raised CA$ 96,985 on Kickstarter.

Coaching: http://www.crowdcrux.com/coaching

Kickstarter Launch Formula (Audible): http://www.crowdcrux.com/kickstarteraudio

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_234_The_Secrets_Behind_a_511864_Kickstarter__Kosan_Travel_Dress.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 2:51pm EDT

You successfully raise money on Kickstarter, and now you gotta ship out a ton of orders. 

I'm talking packaging, shipping, and labeled hundreds or thousands of boxes for backers around the world. 

Wondering whether or not you need a fulfillment company to help ship out your orders? 

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_233_How_to_Choose_the_Right_Fulfillment_Partner_for_Kickstarter.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

Do you want to raise money for a board game?

In today’s podcast episode, I talked with Arthur Peterson of Peterson Games. He shared what a timeline looks when creating a new board game.

You’ll discover the step-by-step process for launching a new game on Kickstarter and words of wisdom that the Peterson Games team has learned from launching 20+ games.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_232_Crash_Course_on_Kickstarter_for_Board_Games.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

Do you want to do an ICO or STO for your company?

I know… it’s a new thing. Virtual currency and securities are all the rage.

But, hear me out. This is a rapidly growing industry and I think you’re going to want to get in on the ground floor.

You'll learn about Reg CF, Reg A+, and ICO/STOs

Submit an inquiry to CrowdfundX

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

 

Direct download: EP_231_How_to_Raise_100_Million_With_an_ICO_or_STO.mp3
Category:ico -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

Today, I spoke with an entrepreneur who has raised five figures on Indiegogo and tells you exactly how he did it.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_230_Formula_Used_to_Raise_68871_on_Indiegogo___Casper_Board.mp3
Category:indiegogo -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Wanna discover what goes into a million dollar launch?

Peak Design has created 8 projects on Kickstarter. Their latest project for "The Travel Line" raised $5.2 million from 13,000+ backers.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_229_Master_Plan_Behind_5.2_Million_Kickstarter_Launch.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Pssst... wanna hear some Kickstarter secrets?

Today, I spoke with a board game creator who's basically systematized the Kickstarter funding process. He's launched 16 board games on the site!

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

 

 

Direct download: EP_228_Kickstarter_Board_Game_Funding_Secrets.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Is WeFunder a legit company?

Can you use equity crowdfunding to raise funds for your startup?

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

here are so many innovative and unique products on Kickstarter. It blows my mind. 

Today, I got to talk with Sebastian Walter, the Founder of Spyra. Spyra is the company behind Spyra One: The next generation of water guns. 

Not only is it a super cool product, but also did extremely well on Kickstarter, having raised €460,965 from 2,785 backers. Insane!

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended.
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_226_How_a_High-Tech_Water_Gun_Raised_460965_on_Kickstarter.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

I got to speak to a Kickstarter veteran!

I'm talking about someone who has launched 13 campaigns on Kickstarter. Ted Alspach, the founder of Bezier Games.

Ted came on the show today to share with you how to successfully raise money on Kickstarter for a table top game (or really - in any other category).

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_225_Kickstarter_Veteran_Reveals_Tabletop_Game_Funding_Secrets.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Ever want to raise money to produce music?

If you're a musician and wondering if you can use Kickstarter to get funding for your latest album, today's podcast episode is a must listen. 

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
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Direct download: EP_224_How_to_Raise_327407_For_a_Music_Album_on_Kickstarter.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

What could you do with an extra $40k?

How could you put that to use in your business?

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended.
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

Wanna raise five figures with crowdfunding? 

Listen up!

Having successfully raised money for two Kickstarter campaigns, today's guest is in the perfect position to share with you what's working right now when it comes to crowdfunding. 

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

You're about to get a backstage pass to one of the coolest Kickstarter campaigns that I've seen in a while.

Not only is the product amazing, but the strategy this entrepreneur is using to coordinate a powerful Kickstarter launch is on point!

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
  • Posture Keeper | Pain Relief & Perfect Posture in 60 Seconds

You're about to hear how a gutsy entrepreneur was able to design, create, and launch a board game into the world and raise more than £463,774 in funding for his projects.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_220_Kickstarter_Board_Game_Fundraising_Hacks_463774_in_Pledges.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

In this episode, Oleg shares a handful of very small, yet concrete and actionable techniques he used when raising over $160,000 for Jammy Guitar on Indiegogo.

Show Notes: https://wp.me/p2TAu9-3W5

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_219_6_Tested_Techniques_To_Supercharge_Your_Indiegogo_Campaign.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

This is a primer to equity crowdfunding, how it works, and how you can use it to raise funds for your business. 

Equity Crowdfunding Guide: http://www.crowdcrux.com/equityaudio

Direct download: EP_218_Equity_Crowdfunding.mp3
Category:equity crowdfunding -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Today, I spoke with Birgit Buchart, the marketing brains behind the The Diana Instant Square Camera. 

This camera is a part of Lomography, a brand that has launched 9 different Kickstarter projects and has come on the podcast before in episode 129.  

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_217_The_Sure-Fire_Way_to_Raise_283981_Used_Over_and_Over_Again.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:08pm EDT

Do you want to use crowdfunding to finance a documentary?

What about an indie film?

There is a tried and true strategy behind raising money on Kickstarter (even when it comes to documentaries).

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_216_How_to_Raise_292179_for_a_Documentary_on_Kickstarter.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Want to launch on Indiegogo instead of Kickstarter?

You're about to learn how to completely knock it out of the park...

I spoke with Timothy Kevin Seward, the founder of the ONYX Motorbike Indiegogo campaign, which has thus far raised more than $600,000 on the website.

It was a privilege to speak with an inventor and an entrepreneur who is completely changing the way that we look at electric motor bikes.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_215_How_to_Raise_683767_on_Indiegogo_WITHOUT_a_Team.mp3
Category:indiegogo -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

This crowdfunding agency has systematized their entire launch process.

I'm talking about the exact steps that they take to raise five and six figures on Kickstarter and Indiegogo. 

By following in their footsteps, you can not only have a powerful launch that raises funds, but also make the best use of your time live with your fundraiser.

Apply to Mad Hatter

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

 


Ever heard of equity crowdfunding?

It’s like Kickstarter… but rather than pledging money, your backers are INVESTING in your company. Think startup investing, but taken online.

CrowdCube is one of the major UK-based equity crowdfunding platforms in this sector and today, I spoke with a startup that has raised more than £827,810 on the platform.

Equity Crowdfunding Explained - Audible

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

What if you had an extra $10,000 to invest in your business? 

What could you do with that? 

Today, I spoke with an expert from Kiva who shared how to get a 0% interest loan up to $10,000 for your business.

Life of Freedom YouTube Channel (Vlogggg)

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

 

Direct download: EP_212_Kiva_Expert_Reveals_How_to_Get_a_0_Interest_Loan_Up_to_10k.mp3
Category:Kiva -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Oh. My. Gawd.

It happened!!!

We got to speak directly with a staff member from Kickstarter... and they revealed everything.

Weekly Newsletter: http://www.crowdcrux.com/subscribe

Links and Resources Mentioned on This Episode

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

Today, I brought Andrew Hagen onto the podcast to share with you his experience having raised more than $1 million on Kickstarter with three crowdfunding campaigns. 

His products include a series of biking accessories that help you record what happen around you so that you don't run into traffic issues and arguments as a cycler.

Weekly Newsletter: http://www.crowdcrux.com/subscribe

 Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_210_Kickstarter_Success__A_Tactical_Guide_to_Crowdfunding.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Anthony Kokakis launched a crowdfunding campaign for Yoga Flexer and raised $29k. He came on the show to share how ANYONE can create a physical product without a big budget.

Not only that, but you can also get the word out and drive traffic to your campaign even if you don't have much marketing experience.

Krowdster Tool

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_209_How_to_Raise_29k_on_Kickstarter_Without_Money_or_Contacts.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

Jodi McMaster is the Author of Circus Vowels, a 1st Grade Teacher, a mom, AND an entrepreneur.

After launching her campaign on Kickstarter, she was able to rack up more than $20k+ to create a book that helps children learn how to read and an interactive reading kit for teachers to use in classrooms.

 Sponsors:

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

On this episode, Jason Furie, the Content and Community Manager shared tons of great post-Kickstarter tips when it comes to dealing with failed credit cards, handling surveys, doing upsells, and more.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

Today, you're going to hear from Nishant, the project leader of the Quilo Fan crowdfunding project. This campaign raised $80,203 without a social following or big email list.

You're gonna see how they were able to pull off this tremendous feat and enter an entirely new product category. I think that listening to Nishant is like a personal coaching call from a seasoned entrepreneur.

Blogging for Beginners on Audible

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_206_How_to_Raise_80203_on_Kickstarter_WITHOUT_an_Email_List.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

I talked with Gihan, one of the co-founders of Ministry of Supply, who has launched threesuccessful Kickstarter campaigns for his fashion company.

The latest crowdfunding project raised $642,947 from the crowd for a intelligent heated jacket. The team has also raised money for performance dress socks and dress shirts.

Kickstarter Launch Formula

Links and Resources Mentioned

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_205_How_To_Run_a_Wildly_Successful_Fashion_Kickstarter_Campaign.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

Today, you're going to hear from serial Kickstarter entrepreneur Brian Filko who has consistently raised thousands on Kickstarter across a few different projects.

He tells it like it is and shares with you his formula for seeing success on the platform. We'll also dive deep into his story of quitting his job and going full-time on his passion. It's pretty freakin' inspirational. 

New Audible Book: Blogging for Beginners

Links

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
  • Gear Infusion Discount (CrowdCrux15 for 15% off, currently have free shipping as well)

I know that order fulfillment isn’t the most sexy subject out there, but today, we’re going to change all of that.

If you've been wondering how to streamline your own fulfillment system, get the best shipping rates, and make the process, easier, you're gonna love today's episode!

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_203_Sexy_Kickstarter_Fulfillment_Tips_Services_and_Resources.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

If you’re looking to raise six or seven figures on Indiegogo, listen up!

I just spoke with an entrepreneur that had a smash success on Indiegogo, having raised more than a million dollars from more than 8,00 backers around the world.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_202_How_To_Raise_Seven_Figures_on_Indiegogo.mp3
Category:indiegogo -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

You’re gonna hear directly from a female founder who raised €122,727 on Kickstarter for an interactive electronic paper toy called #PapierMachine.

We’ll dive deep and get to the route of this crowdfunding success story. You’ll see how to improve our own project and ensure rapid funding when you go live on Kickstarter.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_201_How_This_French_Female_Founder_Raised_122727_on_Kickstarter.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

I promise, you're gonna love this podcast episode (especially if you've been wondering how to engineer a successful crowdfunding campaign)

I spoke with Hugo Loi, the creator of Lexip, a Revolutionary Gaming Mouse that raised more than $400,000 on Kickstarter.

New guide: Blogging for Beginners

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

he hardest thing for any entrepreneur is to break into an established industry, like coffee products, and see success. 

That's exactly what the FLASK team did with their Kickstarter campaign. They quickly surpassed their $40,000 fundraising goal and ended up raising $201,936 on Kickstarter. 

New Book: Blogging for Beginners

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_199_Where_Backers_Came_From_For_a_201936_Kickstarter_Campaign.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 8:00am EDT

This book is going to show you exactly how to start your own blog and turn it into a full-time cash-generating machine.

I'm going to give you the keys to the kingdom, which will unlock this entirely new career that you never thought possible.

You'll quickly discover how to get traffic, subscribers, readers, and build up passive income streams.

I'll even share with you the most profitable niches online today and how you can get a slice of the pie.

Audio: http://www.crowdcrux.com/bloggingaudio

Book: http://www.crowdcrux.com/blogging

 


In this mega episode, I talked with a crowdfunding veteran who has launched 16 projects on Kickstarter. 

He's the man behind the million-dollar Cthulhu Wars Kickstarter campaign, along with many other cool high-end board games, like The Gods War and Planet Apocalypse.

I'm talking about Sandy Petersen, the founder of Peterson Games. In our remarkably candid interview, you'll discover exactly how Sandy was able to use Kickstarter to gain brand awareness, funding, and influence a major industry. 

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_197_Crowdfunding_Veteran_Reveals_Kickstarter_Pricing_Secret.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

You're about to get a glimpse of what went into a campaign that raised $901,058 on Kickstarter!

Think of this as a behind the scenes peek that not many crowdfunders get to see.

In order to be successful with crowdfunding, you NEED to follow a proven path that works. You can't just throw spaghetti at the wall and hope it sticks.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_196_The_Proven_Plan_for_a_901058_Kickstarter_Campaign.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

Do you want to raise money fast? 

I'm talking six figures in less than 60 days... 

Is that even possible? 

Totally! In fact, I spoke with a team today that has successfully raised six figures with two separate Kickstarter campaigns. 

Direct download: EP_195_How_to_Raise_987384_on_Kickstarter_in_38_Days.mp3
Category:crowdfunding -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

Do you want to learn the TRUTH about crowdfunding? 

How can you actually get people to back, support, and rave about your campaign? 

I got a special episode for you today. I spoke with an employee from Indiegogo and she shared ALL!

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_194_The_Truth_About_Crowdfunding_From_an_Indiegogo_Employee.mp3
Category:indiegogo -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

Do you want to learn more about equity crowdfunding?

What about more alternative ways of financing a startup?

Oh boy – I’ve got the episode for you.

Not only will you walk away having a clear understanding of this new financial tool, but you’ll also get a ton of tips for raising money from the crowd.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

I want you to imagine what it would be like to have $900,000 deposited right now into your bank account.

What could you DO with that money? How would it level-up your career?

Today, I spoke with Dan Blacklock of Cloud Puncher Games. He’s behind the BoxThrone Kickstarter campaign, which raised $905,442 from 3,650 backers.

Sponsors

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!
Direct download: EP_192_The_Launch_Secrets_Behind_a_905442_Kickstarter_Campaign.mp3
Category:kickstarter -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

What if you could quickly hit and exceed your fundraising goal?

Whether you're launching a campaign on Kickstarter or Indiegogo, today's podcast episode is going to show you exactly how to have a strong start.

I talked with a listener of this show who hit 100% of his goal in 20 hours!

Listen on the blog: https://wp.me/p2TAu9-3DZ

Sponsors:

  • The Gadget Flow: Their product discovery platform reaches 22 million people per month! They’ve helped more than 5,000 crowdfunding campaigns and have a social media following of more than 700,000 followers.
  • Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended!
  • BackerKit helps crowdfunders with the survey and order fulfillment process. Don’t buried in spreadsheets and manual data entry!

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