Crowdfunding Campaign

Navigating the Calm Before the Kickstarter Storm

Crowdfunding Campaign, Crowdfunding Nerds, Personal Growth

Ever wondered how to juggle work, family, and a looming Kickstarter launch without losing your sanity? Or how to make your campaign stand out in the crowded crowdfunding space?

Are You Ready to Launch on Kickstarter?

Crowdfunding Campaign, Facebook Ads, Landing Page, Pre-marketing

Hey Nerds! Ever wondered when the perfect time to launch your Kickstarter campaign is? Or how to grow your audience before diving into crowdfunding?

Is It Possible To Gain 8-10K Emails Before Launch? Big Budget Crowdfunding Problems

Behind the Business, Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign, Pre-marketing

How do you avoid the "black hole" of wasted ad spend? What’s the secret to making every dollar count?

Why They Won’t Back Your Kickstarter… & How To Change Their Mind!

Audience, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, Distribution & Fulfilment

Have you ever wondered why some board game enthusiasts hesitate to back Kickstarter projects? Or how financial constraints and delayed gratification play into their decision-making?

Navigating the Mid-Campaign Wasteland with Mike Ibeji

Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign

Ever wondered how to keep backers engaged during the dreaded mid-campaign slump? Or how to handle the heartbreak of canceled pledges?

The Latest Crowdfunding Data: Trends & Analysis

Audience, Crowdfunding Campaign, Distribution & Fulfilment

Why do people back crowdfunding campaigns? How do different regions impact crowdfunding success? And what’s the secret to building a thriving community?

Unleashing the Power of Storytelling in Kickstarter Marketing

Behind the Business, Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign

Ever wondered how storytelling can transform your Kickstarter campaign? Or how to truly connect with your superfans?

Using Polls To Fix Crowdfunding Problems

Audience, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, Video Games

Ever wondered why your Kickstarter campaign isn't hitting the mark? Or how some indie developers turn setbacks into triumphs?

How To Troubleshoot Your Facebook Ads For Crowdfunding

Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign, Facebook Ads

Are you ready to become a Facebook ads wizard for your crowdfunding campaign?

Launching Your Second Kickstarter With Dave Beck

Board Gaming, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, Pre-marketing

Are you ready to distill the secrets of a smash-hit board game? In episode 184 of Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean are joined by the mastermind behind "Distilled," Dave Beck of Paverson Games!

A New Vision For Kickstarter: What This Means For You

Behind the Business, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign

Are you ready to dive into the future of Kickstarter and what it means for your crowdfunding campaigns?

Activating Your Fans: How To Do It Right

Audience, Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Campaign, Pre-marketing

Hey Crowdfunding enthusiasts! Are you ready to dive deep into the heart of crowdfunding with us?

How to Learn What Your Fans Want: A Deliverance Case Study

Audience, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign

In this episode, I'll reveal the power of polling your fans and why your email list might just be your golden ticket.

Launching A Second Campaign & Processing Feedback

Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Campaign

Wondering how to smash your second crowdfunding campaign? Jack spills the beans on the lessons he learned from his first Kickstarter triumph with New Kingdom Gardeners.

6 Misconceptions About Crowdfunding

Crowdfunding Campaign, Nerding Out

Hey there, game enthusiasts and crowdfund wizards! Are you ready to debunk some myths and level up your crowdfunding knowledge?

Kickstarter Stretch Goals: Smart or Sleazy?

Audience, Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign

Are you ready to unlock the secrets behind crafting a campaign that not only meets but shatters its goals? Are Kickstarter stretch goals the smart way to go?

Expansion & Reprint Kickstarter Strategy

Community Growth, Conventions, Crowdfunding Campaign, Ecommerce, Pre-marketing

Tune in to episode 171 of the Crowdfunding Nerds podcast, where your favorite hosts, Andrew and Sean, take you behind the scenes of the Deliverance expansion and reprint strategy.

Galactic Cruise – How To Launch With 13K Kickstarter Followers

Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign

Join us for this cosmic conversation and learn how to keep your campaign cruising smoothly towards success.

How To Craft Your Kickstarter For Retail Pledges

Audience, Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Campaign, Ecommerce

Are you ready to crack the code on making your crowdfunding campaign a retailer's dream?

Best Pledge Manager For Board Games

Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Campaign, Distribution & Fulfilment

Are you ready to level up your crowdfunding game? Welcome back, Nerd Nation, to episode 166 of Crowdfunding Nerds!

How To Spot Fake Kickstarter Gurus

Audience, Behind the Business, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign

Are you tired of sifting through a sea of so-called Kickstarter gurus and marketing gimmicks? Want to know how to spot the real deal?

Combatting Complacency: Mastering Your Kickstarter Campaign

Audience, Behind the Business, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign, Personal Growth

Welcome, fellow crowdfunding enthusiasts! Are you ready to tackle complacency? In episode 159 of Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean are back to help you stay ahead of the game.

Predictions for 2024!

Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Crowdfunding Campaign, Distribution & Fulfilment

We envision a future where games are compact, streamlined, and focused on solo play. We also predict the rise of Game Found, potentially overtaking Kickstarter.

Boost Your Crowdfunding: Secrets from WW2 Propaganda & Humor Marketing

Audience, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign, Facebook Ads, Pre-marketing

Welcome to the 155th episode of Crowdfunding Nerds! Ever wondered how World War Two propaganda, the Bavarian Illuminati, and humor can boost your crowdfunding campaign?

Cybersecurity Unmasked: Protecting Your Crowdfunding Campaign

Behind the Business, Crowdfunding Campaign

Ever wondered how to safeguard your crowdfunding campaign from cybersecurity threats?

Navigating Crowdfunding Twists: Pivoting and Staying Positive

Behind the Business, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, Facebook Ads, Personal Growth, Pre-marketing

Welcome to episode 149 of the Crowdfunding Nerds podcast! I’m your host, Andrew, along with my co-host, Sean. We discuss the importance of setting realistic expectations and not assuming that everything will go smoothly.

A Crowdfunding Page Template With Ben O’Brien

Board Gaming, Crowdfunding Campaign, Video Games

Marketing specialist Ben O’Brien of Curve Games joins the Crowdfunding Nerds to discuss transitioning from the board game industry to the video game industry, alongside crafting engaging crowdfunding campaign pages.

Interviewing David Finn of Bridge Distribution & Fulfilment

Audience, Behind the Business, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign, Distribution & Fulfilment

David Finn of Bridge Distribution & Fulfilment shares his insights with the Crowdfunding Nerds about Kickstarter Tabletop Game shipping.

Interfacing With Retailers Just Got A Whole Lot Easier /w Brendan McCaskell

Audience, Board Gaming, Crowdfunding Campaign, Distribution & Fulfilment

Brendan McCaskell of Open Owl Studios (formally OOMM Games) joins the Crowdfunding Nerds to talk about marketing Stonesaga and Mythwind while presenting a neat way for publishers to connect with retailers.