Crowdfunding: Kickstarter, Indiegogo, And Ecommerce With Crowdcrux

Are you ready to grow your company? Do you want to commercialize your next great invention?  On this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, you will hear indispensable advice from a master of building and funding tech startups. Dovid Schick is an incredible founder and long-time entrepreneur with over 100 patents under his belt.  His newest invention is the TapRX - the next generation of input technology for human-computer interaction. This wrist-wearable device senses micro finger taps and translates them into digital commands so you can effortlessly control your electronic devices.  And this revolutionary product has brought in nearly $540K from more than 400 backers on WeFunder.  Dovid is no stranger to commercializing his inventions. He will share killer success tips to: Use crowdfunding to go public early to access capital markets Have a crystal clear vision of the end goal to drive your decisions Build a team of investors aligned with your long-term vision …and even advice for some min

So, you just ran a crowdfunding campaign and it was a HUGE success…but now what? Whether you are starting out after a successful campaign, or launching a new business from scratch, it’s never too early to start planning for the future. If you are ready to unleash your product into the wild, then delve into the world of ecommerce with this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified.  In this article-style podcast, Salvador Briggman breaks down the 8 top-ranked ecommerce sites including Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, and Volusion so you can choose the best platform to propel your business into the future. You will learn how to:  Take complete control of your brand and image Choose the features that best suit your product Incorporate these platforms into your existing site …and so much more.  PLUS, you will get Sal’s expert advice on what he uses for his own highly-successful sites!  You have worked hard to make your business what it is, so don’t compromise now. These ecommerce platforms make selling a breeze

If I’m not mistaken, you’re the kind of person who has a revolutionary idea they want to unleash on the world.  So, if you are interested in discovering how to ethically impact people’s lives for the better, then you need this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified.  Because Alan Hui and Kris Chan did just that for animal lovers all over the world with their RealFountain DailyFresh Pet Fountain. This fountain automatically refreshes your pet’s water daily and constantly replenishes it with UVC sterilized water from a 10L tank, PLUS loads of other unique features.  Alan is the CEO and founder of LALAHOME, and Kris is the company’s marketing manager and website wiz. After a previous 6-figure campaign, these creators returned to the crowd to launch their new product, and today they will share with you their hard-earned wisdom on how they raised over $160K in funding on Indiegogo. You will learn indespendible tools like: How to recruit a killer team Ways to improve your product with customer feedback Blowing

Curious about what goes into a Kickstarter campaign? Ready to transform your new invention from an idea to a reality? Now is the time!  In this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, Salvador Briggman lets you peek behind the curtain at one of the most vital steps in your pre-launch campaign: creating the prototype A prototype is a working model of your product that lets your backers know exactly what they are getting, AND it is essential to launch a campaign on most crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter. From the initial concept sketch right to manufacturing, Sal walks you through the entire process of creating a functioning prototype. You will learn insider secrets like: Creating a concept sketch Utilizing the power of 3D printing Finding a top-rated manufacturer Setting up a realistic timeline …and so much more.  So, turn that product you’ve had rattling around in your brain into working prototype…and launch your crowdfunding future today! Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coachin

Does your business need capital? If you are a startup entrepreneur who needs equity FAST, it’s time to tap into equity crowdfunding to raised capital for your startup venture.  Whether you are launching your own campaign, or just want to know more about equity crowdfunding, host Salvador Briggman will show you how to empower your company with financial backers who want to see your business succeed.  Everyone has heard of WeFunder, right? It is the largest equity crowdfunding platform on the market…but is it the best choice for you? Delve into this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified to explore the lesser-known equity platforms, such as: StartEngine, which is the second largest equity crowdfunding platform SeedInvest with their large investment minimums Microventures to further fund your established business …and more! Don’t make the leap into equity crowdfunding on your own. Let Sal guide you towards the perfect platform to start your campaign on a solid foundation. Resources and Tools Mentioned on t

Do you have a project that you want to turn into a purposeful business? Now is the time to get your dream off the ground, so deep dive into this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified with host Salvador Briggman to learn everything that goes into a mass success six-figure campaign. Lukas Liedtke is the engineer-turned-entrepreneur and mastermind behind heat it Pro, a smartphone-powered insect bite relief device that uses thermotherapy to relieve itchiness from pesky mosquitoes, wasps, and more.  And Lukas will show you how he turned it into a $160K+ campaign on Kickstarter with almost 3,500 backers. This episode is crammed packed with essential tactics on how to: Navigate the international market Be flexible with product fulfillment Network with a powerful team Give back to the community with a Kickstarter campaign And so much more… It's time to show up for your own success, and Sal and Lukas will show you how.    Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Subscribe for Weekly Cro

Are you ready to quit your 9 to 5 job? If lack of funding is holding back your creative dream, then it's time to launch your Patreon campaign.  Whether you are a podcaster, YouTuber, artist, musician, writer, and more, host Salvador Briggman will show you how to navigate this powerful subscription-based crowdfunding platform to fund your creative career.  You don’t have to be a master marketer to get started on Patreon, and this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified gives you 7 easy ways to launch your first campaign, including: Developing your brand voice Offering exclusive rewards Reaching out to your audience Saying “Thank You” … and so much more. Don’t stop creating! The world needs your work, and Patreon can help make that happen.  Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Subscribe for Weekly Crowdfunding Tips Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended! Download their free shipping and fulfillment checklist. Free Patr

Fiction: Genius is all you need to create a successful business. Fact: It takes courage and willingness to get the job done.  So, what do you need to do to get your business off the ground? Join host Salvador Briggman and some of today's most talked about corporate masterminds as they share advice on how you can navigate your own success. These 10 startup experts will share breakthrough strategies that will radically reinvent how you value your business, by: Surrounding yourself with your dream team Understanding the correlation between genius and courage (and which one will carry you through) Beating out the established competition with your new product Constantly seeking out criticism … and so much more. Whether you are starting a small business or building an empire, this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified will give you advice, tips, and hacks to enable you to take action and see results in a big way.  Don’t listen to people who say you can’t do it. It’s time to believe in yourself and go after

Are you secretly afraid that all your hard work and dedication will come to nothing? If you are dreading launch day, then get ready for today's episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, where our guest put 30 years into his project… and beat his crowdfunding goal on the first day! Salvador Briggman interviews Dan Gonzalez, a graphic designer turned writer, storyteller, publisher, and entrepreneur. By putting Sal’s teaching to good use, Dan is here to show you how he launched a $40K campaign on Kickstarter.   Dan created Mass Explained, a complete book packed with 1,700 infographics including charts, diagrams, and pictures to encourage people to become more intentional in their faith. In this episode, you will learn tried-and-true tactics on: How to find your core target group The power of branding Adding benefits to backers with gifts Knowing your demographics and informing them about crowdfunding   …and so much more. If you want to fund your next labor of love, this eye-opening podcast will teach you t

Is lack of funding holding you back from running a successful nonprofit? Would a crowdfunding campaign give you the financial edge to ethically impact the world? If you are tired of chasing after donors to make ends meet, then join host Salvador Briggman as he’s joined by 10 nonprofit experts who will show you how to crush your organization’s crowdfunding goals. These nonprofit founders and visionaries will share their hard-earned wisdom on how to: Make the most of peer-to-peer fundraising Leverage companies to match donations Find new donors in your community and beyond Build on the resources you have …and so much more. You won’t want to miss this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified to learn how to raise money for your cause PLUS build a brand that donors will rally behind and be passionate about.  Don’t pitch to the average. Instead, learn how to focus on the crowd to create an incredibly successful crowdfunding campaign.  Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Subscribe f

If you are worried that your campaign might flop, then join host Salvador Briggman to learn the exact strategies this startup company used to raise over $1 million on the first day on Kickstarter.  Not only that, they went on to score a whopping $3.4 million on their campaign.   Introducing Kenneth Kohlmann and Candicee Liu, who turned an ordinary snowblower into Yarbo, the world’s first modular yard robot. This all-in-one invention eliminates the mundane tasks of mowing the lawn, blowing leaves, and clearing snow to give people independence through technology. In this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, you will learn bold new strategies to: Capture an audience and keep them captivated for the entire campaign. Surround yourself with a team that builds on each other’s strengths Build a solid fan base and improve your products with BETA testing Be 100% transparent with backers Under-promise and over-deliver Ken and Candicee offer their extensive knowledge on how to launch a successful campaign, PLUS build

Are you worried your crowdfunding project won’t make it? Are you scared your pre-launch campaign is below par? Then listen to this Crowdfunding Demystified podcast with special guests Artur, Seva, Timur, whose recent crowdfunding campaign gained over $5 million from 30,000 backers…without a prelaunch! Join Salvador Briggman as he discusses their latest project: The Book: The Ultimate Guide to Rebuilding Civilization. This beautifully illustrated book is so much more than an encyclopedia, and is meant to inspire our childlike curiosity about the incredible inventions through history.  You will discover trailblazing techniques for your next campaign, including: How to make the most of paid marketing versus organic reach Understand how ROAS (Return On Ad Spend) can generate revenue Why Kickstarter is the best way to get funding for your project before starting production How to garner attention with unique creatives Thinking through logistics and financial planning And more! If you want to find mega

Is your budget limited? Do you want to fast-track your Kickstarter campaign but don’t know how? Then these words of crowdfunding gold from financial wiz Thomas Guesdon will get you there. Thomas helped lead his company Skyted to crowdfunding success of $170K from 690 backers on a limited budget in a few short months.  Skyted lets you mask up and carry on confidential conversations with no noise in and no noise out. Using aerospace technology that absorbs your voice and cancels interfering noises, these masks have an embedded microphone that easily connects to any device. This episode of Crowdfunding Demystified is completely crammed with first-class tips, including the importance of: Keeping your campaign simple Explaining to potential backers what your product is all about Spreading the word and getting coverage for your product Listening to your crowdfunding community And so much more! If you are ready to feel the elation of seeing people back your next big idea, then join host Salvador Briggman

I know you have big dreams, so how does half a million dollars sound to turn those dreams into a reality?  Join host Salvador Briggman as he talks with Alexander Gutierrez about his hugely successful Wefunder campaign. Alex is the founder of L5 Automation and the genius mind behind a robot that harvests strawberries better and faster than ever, thanks to its revolutionary hand-eye coordination.  In this mind-blowing interview, you’ll discover state-of-the-art campaigning tactics to: Engage and excite the crowdfunding universe Use money already invested to leverage more investments Understand and deliver what your customer needs …and the list goes on.  Alex transformed his robotics company into a +$490K campaign. And the key to Alex’s success? Listen to this mind-blowing interview on Crowdfunding Demystified to find out.  Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Equity Crowdfunding Explained (Get free audio book with Audible’s 30-day Free Trial) Free Equity Crowdfunding Course Fulfillrite: Kicksta

Do you consider yourself a problem solver? Cody Soodeen does, and he’ll show you how to turn your next big idea into a million-dollar crowdfunding campaign. With Kara Water, Cody created a revolutionary air-to-water dispenser that creates pure, mineral-rich water right from the air of your home or office. On this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, he joins host Salvador Briggman and together they’ll show you how to: Ensure value by pretesting your product Be open-minded and transparent with your community Choose a crowdfunding platform that best suits your product Stay ahead of the steep learning curve of a new campaign …and much, much more! Cody gets real about how creating his own rules to live by has helped him build, not only a successful crowdfunding campaign, but a thriving business. And he’ll show you how, too!  Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Subscribe for Weekly Crowdfunding Tips Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They c

Are you ready to learn how to boost your crowdfunding goals over 800% and turn your campaign into a 6-figure win?  On today’s episode of Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, host Salvador Briggman gets real with Thomas Radiguet of Manta Foils and creator of TakeOff, an electric motor assist for foiling. On his first-ever campaign, Thomas brought in over $400,000 on Indiegogo, and he will show you how to: Turn the general public into dedicated backers Create a solid pre-launch program Stay ahead of the competition And this CrowdCrux podcast is packed with so much more.  Let Thomas’s passion for surfing drive you to create your own crowdfunding success story! Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Subscribe for Weekly Crowdfunding Tips Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended! Download their free shipping and fulfillment checklist. Kickstarter Launch Formula (Get free audio book with Audible’s 30-day Free Trial) Manta Foil

Get ready to be wowed, as host Salvador Briggman is joined by Rebecca Lock, of Kidcaboo. This 2x crowdfunding success story and previous guest on our CrowdCrux podcast will blow your mind about how she turned her idea into a multi-million dollar business.  Her children’s ride-sharing company is ready to go national, and she’s back for her second regulation crowdfunding campaign. On the show, you’ll learn how to: Build a personal relationship with investors Work through challenges Handle your growing company  Have a strong vision Attract an amazing team … and so much more! Listen to this Crowdfunding Demystified podcast for a treasure trove of crowdfunding gold as Rebecca shares her journey with you. Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Equity Crowdfunding Explained (Get free audio book with Audible’s 30-day Free Trial) Free Equity Crowdfunding Course Kidcaboo on Wefunder Kidcaboo

Get ready to be blown away as Salvador Briggman shares secrets from a crowdfunding pro on how you can surpass your crowdfunding goals.  Four-time successful campaigner Lornia helped Atto Digital raked in over 8x their crowdfunding goal from more than 1,200 backers for the world’s slimmest voice recorder.  Sal and Lorina go in-depth as they talk about: The grit and resilience needed to persevere How to make Kickstarter the cornerstone of success Blockbuster marketing tips How to deal with copycats …and so much more.  Don’t miss this first-class episode of Crowdfunding Demystified to help launch your idea into the universe.   Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Subscribe for Weekly Crowdfunding Tips The Kickstarter Launch Formula (Get the free audiobook with Audible’s 30-day Free Trial) The FREE Kickstarter Email Course Atto Digital on Kickstarter Atto Digital

Do you like awake at night wishing your hobby could replace your day job? On this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, Salvador Briggman talks with Lumionix founder Nazmus Sakib about how he found a need in his hobby and set out to fulfill it.  In his first Kickstarter campaign, Nazmus raised over $276,000 by: Creating an immaculately well-developed product Understanding the importance of a detailed budget Getting high-quality reviews for a strong prelaunch …and so much more.  Let your passion fuel your crowdfunding campaign and today’s episode will show you how. Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Subscribe for Weekly Crowdfunding Tips The Kickstarter Launch Formula (Get the free audiobook with Audible’s 30-day Free Trial) FREE Kickstarter Course Lumionix on Kickstarter Lumionix

When was the last time you had a drink, and wondered how clean your water was?  It was a thought like this that led Arild Vikingstad of Vitaloop to create a revolutionary product, and he wants to help you launch your own great idea with his awesome crowdfunding tips.  In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast with Salvador Briggman, you’ll discover hidden gems like: How the Kickstarter community can become a marketing channel How to partner with an agency How a great marketing team can make all the difference How to have a killer marketing plan Plus many more! Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended! Download their free shipping and fulfillment checklist. Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a coaching call Subscribe for Weekly Crowdfunding Tips The Kickstarter Launch Formula (Get free audio book with Audible’s 30-day Free Trial) FREE Kickstarter Course Vitaloop on Kickstarter Vitaloop