Hey! I'm Sal Briggman and I'm passionate about two things: crowdfunding and helping crowdfunders reach their goals!
Unfortunately, I've seen many promising products and passionate creators fail to hit their Kickstarter goal. It makes me angry.
There's nothing worse than hitting the launch button, only to hear crickets.
You might see a trickle of pledges, but then there's that feeling that the floor just dropped out from under you. You start to feel panicked. Maybe this whole Kickstarter thing wasn't such a good idea?
I'm here to tell you that it is a good idea, but you just need the right strategy to get the word out about your campaign.
Don't put this off.
The more work you put into the pre-launch phase, the better. But, if you're currently running a campaign, then you're going to need to implement some of these techniques ASAP.
I've spent the last several years building up a war chest of practical strategies, tactics, resources, and tips to help creators launch a successful Kickstarter campaign.
These are the exact actions that you need to take to make your campaign a success. Let me tell you a bit about them.
Your Instructor
Salvador Briggman has started several online businesses and is the founder of the highly popular blog, CrowdCrux.com. He also launched the Crowdfunding Demystified Podcast, which has been downloaded more than 100,000 times and runs an accompanying YouTube channel. He has written four books, which are available on Amazon.
Course Curriculum
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StartAnatomy of a Kickstarter Campaign
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StartKickstarter Page Breakdown (56:42)
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StartKickstarter Dashboard Explained (53:09)
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StartThe Kickstarter Platform In-Depth
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StartKickstarter Prototype Rules (47:05)
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StartKickstarter Video Tricks (62:31)
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StartCampaign Video Script Writing (40:31)
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StartReward Tiers (74:56)
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StartRevealing the Kickstarter Ranking Algorithm (38:54)
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StartHow to Become A Kickstarter Staff Pick (12:19)
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StartMaintaining Momentum: Add-ons and Stretch Goals (11:41)
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StartHow to Research Kickstarters and Obtaining Stats For Your Own
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StartKickstarter vs. Indiegogo (43:56)
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StartIndiegogo InDemand Class (42:30)
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StartThings To Do Before Going Live (75:04)
"I've spent the last 12 months preparing for and learning about Kickstarter. I've had multiple calls with successful kickstarters, watched other instructional videos, and read a number of articles. Even after all that, Sal's course was incredibly helpful.
It was a thorough and comprehensive course walking through the multiple aspects of a successful Kickstarter. It was incredibly beneficial with a number of useful tools, and I'm glad I took the time to complete it." - Zach Goldstein, who has raised $104,829+ on Kickstarter, Public Rec
Special Bonus: Crowdfunding Fast Track eBook
Copy the Exact Strategies and Techniques of Successful Crowdfunding Campaigns.
The Crowdfunding Fast Track is the framework you'll need to succeed on Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and other crowdfunding sites!
Once you start using these techniques, it will change the way you launch products forever. You're about to get access to:
- Proven ways to get backers, pledges, and build up your following.
- Secrets to hack the Kickstarter and Indiegogo marketplace.
- Tricks for coming up with perks and rewards that will attract backers.
- The REAL way that pros get PR hits and media attention.
Bonus #2: How to Succeed on Kickstarter
This comprehensive guide is the result of over 20 interviews that I've conducted with successful Kickstarter projects.
Learn what it's like to run a crowdfunding campaign, from preparing the launch to getting backers, pledges, and media coverage.
Want to succeed on Kickstarter? I'll help you boost your project and get more pledges.Turn your passion into a project
Successful creators reveal how they were able to raise money for their passion project. Learn how to do what you love and build a crowd around your work!
Get backers to your page
Check out some of the ways that successful campaigns have gotten backers to their page. They'll tell you exactly what they did! With practical tips and step-by-step advice, you can do the same.
How do backers discover you?
So many people are spending time on their phones today! How do you capture their attention and get them to check out your project? You'll see some of the best practices for getting eyeballs on your project with social media.
Helpful Resources
We link to to helpful resources throughout the ebook and we’ve also compiled a list of tips, tools, and websites at the end of the ebook that can help you run your Kickstarter campaign.
Set Realistic Expectations
What is actually required to run a successful crowdfunding campaign? How many hours do you need to put in? Where will you find most of your backers? This ebook will help you set realistic expectations for your project.
Avoid Common Pitfalls
The lessons learned and insights gained from successful Kickstarter campaigns will give you an inside track on what not to do when launching a Kickstarter campaign
“I think this is definitely a good book for someone who just encountered Kickstarter and hasn’t begun to do much research. From this perspective, the book is a whirlwind tour much needed by the uninitiated that will help them grasp just what they may be getting into and make a decision on whether to dive deeper or move on to something else.” - Michael Lang
"Salvador breaks down exactly what it takes to create a successful Kickstarter campaign. Packed full of examples and advice from those who have succeeded, this book gives concrete tips from entrepreneurs who have successfully crowdfunded their projects. Their advice gave me a clear road map, as well as a more realistic expectation of Kickstarter that has enabled me to plan a financially viable campaign.” - August Graube
"What makes this eBook better than other crowdfunding books is that it addresses every step necessary for a success Kickstarter campaign from different points of views. There is no better way to create your own successful Kickstarter campaign than to have 30 mentors on your team sharing their success and failures on the Preparation, Marketing, Promotion, and Post-Funding stages of their successful crowdfunding campaign.” - Leonardo Mascarenhas
Frequently Asked Questions
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CrowdCrux
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- 50,000+ monthly visitors who have discovered new tips and resources.
- 390 comments in the last 30 days (majority replied to).
Here's exactly what you'll get
Master Kickstarter's crowdfunding platform, how to rank better, and get funded.
Get backers through social media and PR. Establish credibility.
Copy the strategies of wildly successful campaigns.
Surpass your goal and keep getting backers throughout your campaign.
Tools and resources that will put you ahead of the pack.
Downloadable PDF notes, slides, ebook, and course material.