Crowdfunding: Kickstarter, Indiegogo, And Ecommerce With Crowdcrux

Is fear holding you back from turning your passion into a profit? Would a successful Kickstarter campaign turn your dream into a reality? With your permission, I’d like to introduce a killer design team who more than doubled their crowdfunding goal on their FIRST campaign! From their studio in the Peruvian mountains, Jenny and Mauricio have created something ordinary yet strikingly original: the Andean Gemstone Puzzle Collection. These vibrantly colored stones from the heart of Andes are crafted by master stone carvers to create an experience where people can interact with these breathtaking gemstones. Jenny and Mauricio get candid about how much work it actually takes to pull through a successful Kickstarter. This episode of Crowdfunding Demystified is a veritable diamond mine of techniques that you can use to crush your own crowdfunding goals, including how to: Make a prelaunch that tells your story Create a campaign that stands out from the crowd Iron out the kinks to reach a large audience …and so

Do you think you have what it takes to launch your business with equity crowdfunding? Then you won’t want to miss this memorable episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, where today’s guest raised over $500,000 in 15 days.  Bond is a revolutionary personal security system that uses never-before-implemented AI technology to offer 14 preventative security features right from your mobile phone! And the man behind this is Doron Kempel. With a background as CEO of several information technology infrastructure companies and a former Deputy Commander of Military Special Operations, Doron is more than qualified to spearhead this company worth $100 million. Knowing now is the time to invest in this growing business, Doron launched this equity crowdfunding campaign on WeFunder. Host Salvador Briggman takes you deep into this incredible campaign, and this podcast is crammed full of powerful information, like: Do your research and find the best crowdfunding platform for you How to be resourceful in identifying problems (

We all get overwhelmed sometimes, but do you have the drive and the passion to do something about it? If yes, then today’s episode of Crowdfunding Demystified will really resonate with you. Meet Ryan Kulp, an entrepreneur who turns out to be pretty slick with crowdfunding, too. His recent campaign raised nearly $160K from more than 1,300 backers.  Hear about Ryan’s incredible story of how he created the TRMNL, a way for anyone to stay connected and focused without being overwhelmed. This 7.5” e-ink display screen connects directly to the apps that you care about while minimizing distractions, reducing blue light exposure, and avoiding “doom scrolling”. As a software wiz, Ryan used his self-taught hardware skills to go from an idea to a hugely successful campaign with 20 working prototypes in less than 8 months.  But it hasn’t all been a bed of roses, and Ryan gets very candid about challenges along the way. With host Salvador Briggman, you’ll discover breakthrough strategies that can radically reinvent your

Do you have a fledgling business just waiting to take off? Are you wondering how crowdfunding can help fund your business? Then this article-style episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast will tell you all you need to know about WeFunder.  WeFunder is the world’s leading equity crowdfunding platform that seeks to connect businesses with online investors. Since 2012, the platform has helped nearly 1,500 startup companies receive more than $260 million.  And some of these companies have gone on to be worth more than $1 billion! Unlike other crowdfunding platforms (such as Kickstarter or Indiegogo), WeFunder backers typically receive equity from the company’s future profits rather than a tangible product. Host Salvador Briggman will unveil exactly how this platform can help your startup, no matter what industry you are in. Plus, you’ll learn about some of WeFunder’s most notable companies across a wide range of markets, including:  Zenefits Meow Wolf Goldbelly …and more. So if you’re ready to laun

Are customers waiting for your product to ship…but the fulfillment process is bogging you down? If managing inventory, packaging, and shipping are taking too much of your valuable time, then we’ve got 9 killer tips to make order fulfillment a breeze.    In this article style episode, host Salvador Briggman will show you how to stand out from the crowd with your products and services so you can launch a successful operation that is as unique as you are.  You will learn valuable tools to manage the fulfillment section of your ecommerce business, including how to: Create a memorable shopping experience for your customers Navigate customs to handle international orders without headaches Automate and routinize order fulfillment Estimating shipping costs to balance fees and expdience PLUS so much more! This episode of Crowdfunding Demystified will take the guesswork out of order fulfillment, so you can focus on the more important tasks of running your business.  Sounds too good to be true? Listen to today

Do you believe in your mission? Do you have a product that could revolutionize the world? Then you and Srecko Dumanic have a lot in common, and this entrepreneur will show you how his crowdfunding campaign brought in over 6X their initial Kickstarter goal.  On this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified, host Salvador Briggman learns all about PaintCam Eve. This nonviolent home security system deters intruders with verbal warnings before marking them with paint by utilizing advanced face recognition AI.  With a starting goal of $13K, Srecko and his team raised over $80,000 in only 45 days…and 100% funded in less than an hour!  Srecko knows first hand the dread of not being there to protect his family when an intruder strikes. This motivated him to put his decade in the security business to good use and turn his vision of protecting his family into a reality.  And Srecko knows that having a clear vision is one of the most important aspects of a successful campaign. This episode is completely crammed with practica

Do you want to tap into a huge crowd of investors and launch your business to the next level? Maybe you’ve heard of equity crowdfunding, and wonder what it can do for your venture. This episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast delves deep into 5 exemplary StartEngine mega-campaigns to uncover the secrets that led to their success.  Drawing from tech giants such as Tap Systems, Inc., Monogram Orthopaedics, and Digital Brands Group, host Salvador Briggman extracts key points from each company that you can use to up the game on your crowdfunding campaign by:  Making your offering sweeter to draw in more investors Leveraging reward tiers for high investment potentials Creating a powerful landing page …and so much more.  StartEngine has risen as a leader in equity crowdfunding, raising more than $350 million from a 400K investor network, helping to bring in the financial backers you need to create the business you’ve worked so hard to build. It’s time to stand on the backs of these giants and create

Ever wonder what it takes to start a crowdfunding platform? Do you ask yourself how crowdfunding can ethically impact the world? Then meet Will Wiseman, CEO and founder of Climatize, a new Reg CF crowdfunding platform that focuses on making renewable energy available to local communities. In its first year, Climatize raised over $4.3 million on 11 fully funded projects including farms, houses of worship, a Shakespearean theatre, and more.  With a background in renewable energy engineering, Will has vast experience in solar energy and leverages crowdfunding as an opportunity to bring renewable projects to life. But Climatize isn’t your ordinary investing platform. Host Salvador Briggman delves deep into the world of regulation crowdfunding and highlights the benefits of this unique crowdfunding opportunity, including: Tools to access hundreds of high-value investors How to reactivate investors if momentum fails Tips to navigate a due diligence acceptance process …and more! PLUS, you’ll experience techn

Wondering if crowdfunding can help your nonprofit? Are you looking to expand your charity, but don’t know where to start? Then you won’t want to miss this episode of Crowdfunding Demystified where we’ll delve into the 5 best crowdfunding sites for nonprofits in 2024. If you are part of a registered charity or nonprofit organization, crowdfunding will generate operating revenue for your mission PLUS increase your support-base so you can spread your message to as many people as possible. And host Salvador Briggman will show you how, with platforms such as: GoFundMe (the world’s top crowdfunding platform) MightCause, which is specialized for nonprofits Donorbox where you can simply add a donation button to your website …and more! Crowdfunding is an amazing opportunity for nonprofits, and Sal’s expertise will help you choose the crowdfunding platform that is perfectly tailored to suit your endeavor so you can keep impacting the world for the positive.  Resources and Tools Mentioned on the Show Book a c

Do you think that one crowdfunding success is the end of the road? Think again! Because today’s guest on Crowdfunding Demystified has run 15 successful campaigns on Kickstarter over the last 10 years.  Meet Jacob Wood, founder of Woodies Clothing whose most recent campaign raked in over $100K from almost 500 backers. His newest product is the next generation performance jean and jacket that offers custom sizing, incredible stretch and comfort, and RFID blocking pockets. And, he’s a long time subscriber to CrowdCrux.com! Host Salvador Briggman leads you on Jacob’s journey from a naive crowdfunder with grassroots techniques to a winning clothier who will teach you how to: Play the Kickstarter algorithm Partner with newsletter organizations Build a group of loyal backers Design powerful creatives …and tons more. He will even tell you the best day of the week to launch your campaign! So if you don’t know much about crowdfunding, let Jacob’s confidence and familiarity with Kickstarter give you the confi

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