How To Crowdfund Your Business Like a Pro

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  • @learnwithshopify
    @learnwithshopify  Рік тому +14

    Sign up for the FREE First Day to First Sale Shopify course bit.ly/40okq7W

    • @nkhajuria
      @nkhajuria 5 місяців тому

      I only need 150k USD to save my life right now.
      Kindly guide someone

  • @truealuxer3107
    @truealuxer3107 Рік тому +84

    The cool thing about this video is that it shows the side everybody kinda tries to hide, which is the hard work, detication and literally months worth of burning neurons in order to become sucessful, the beauty we see afterward is simply the result of countless hours of preparation and effort to get it done. I couldn't be more thankful for having you telling us how it gets run behind the curtain.

  • @kaffiliatehub1279
    @kaffiliatehub1279 10 місяців тому +2

    Man😊 I can’t stop watching this video. Clear and and very detailed. No hiding secrets.
    Man you don’t know how I need to deal with manufacturing. Thank you. I hope all UA-camr do the same. Be clear and honest with the community or go to paid ads.

  • @shopify
    @shopify 2 роки тому +53

    This is very interesting 👍

  • @learnwithshopify
    @learnwithshopify  2 роки тому +9

    Hey guys, please note that the free trial promotion has changed. The free trial period is now for 3 days, after which it will cost only 1$/month for the next 3 months!

    • @jannetteayala6740
      @jannetteayala6740 7 місяців тому

      Hi, can you please share the ad company you used to market your campaign. Thank you!

  • @stinkydanlucas
    @stinkydanlucas Рік тому +4

    Dan, as a first time inventor who is about to launch, this is pure gold. My first shipping container is en route from China and I'm working with a fulfillment center. Yes, it hits the margins a bit, but I wanted to know that everything would be handled by pro's.

    • @chronicallyaspy2884
      @chronicallyaspy2884 9 місяців тому +2

      Been 4 months since you left this comment, how is it going?!?

  • @thekrausecollection15mmmin53
    @thekrausecollection15mmmin53 2 роки тому +16

    Dan this was awesome. I’m helping my daughter launch her business. You are really super. I loved it! Wish I could have a chat 😎

    • @Dieseldiesel84
      @Dieseldiesel84 2 роки тому +2

      We can!

    • @thekrausecollection15mmmin53
      @thekrausecollection15mmmin53 2 роки тому +3

      @@Dieseldiesel84 I’ll take you up on that. Yours was one of the best videos on Shopify yet. Incredibly genuine. Currently I am in Europe, Germany and Denmark and returning sometime next week. Let me know how I can reach you. I think it would be awesome if I could have a chat. Thank you very much

    • @lamichhanenishant
      @lamichhanenishant 2 роки тому +2

      Dan, would you help me too please?

    • @2034-SWE
      @2034-SWE Рік тому

      @@thekrausecollection15mmmin53 don't get scammed. Looks like a fake account

  • @FoodTrucksRUS
    @FoodTrucksRUS Рік тому +5

    From one creator to another, this video was SUPER helpful. Thank you for the information!

  • @Nathan-menmd
    @Nathan-menmd 24 дні тому

    Wow really informative. I will start the crowdfunding programme.

  • @balasridhar8055
    @balasridhar8055 2 роки тому +8

    This is one of the most practical video I have seen in UA-cam

  • @thebumpkin505
    @thebumpkin505 9 місяців тому +1

    Thanks, I am actually trying to do something similar at the moment and this is a huge help.

  • @richtidwell
    @richtidwell Рік тому +1

    This is the business startup authenticity we need-thank you! 👏

  • @Rose-pz8es
    @Rose-pz8es 2 роки тому +4

    Why not making video about invenstor and how to find them for people who have zero cash and invenstor who can invenst international?!
    2. How to open business from start with steps!
    3. Can you hire someone or orgnization when you start business to help you to arrange things step by step for everything you need to make better business story and income!
    4. Dose Shopify invest in international projects?

  • @sol_sumo
    @sol_sumo 5 місяців тому

    Several helpful tips. Appreciate the effort.

  • @MsBari1025
    @MsBari1025 Рік тому

    THIS ADVICE GETS 10 STARS!!
    🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
    Thanks for this AMAZING video -- one of the BEST I have seen out there. The organization of format, content and delivery was awesome. Thanks for sharing and I wish you all the best in all your future endeavors. Let abundance abound...!!!

  • @rachparov
    @rachparov Рік тому +1

    I have two questions, one is, what do you charge if you have a prototype you'd like to create (only have the ideas, design etc but the product doesn't exist) and do indiegogo takes money from your campaign?

  • @ayobamidele
    @ayobamidele 11 місяців тому

    Great video, really good info. What platform did you use to send out personalised videos?

  • @samiulzinali5373
    @samiulzinali5373 22 дні тому

    Thank you for your clear detailed video, can you please share the ad partner you used,

  • @nswmediagroup
    @nswmediagroup 11 місяців тому

    PHENOMENAL VIDEO! Super succinct and hoping it will save me days of headache!

    • @cutegirls6947
      @cutegirls6947 7 місяців тому

      I am Fashion Designer/Graphic Designer.
      Want to launch my brand but don't have money for that.
      Is Kistarter a good way to achieve my dreams 😢?

  • @MacroLab3D
    @MacroLab3D 2 роки тому +1

    Informative, thanks!

  • @icns01
    @icns01 5 місяців тому

    Ultra helpful!! Thank you. Subscribed!

  • @AnthonyVickersSoulJahTYah
    @AnthonyVickersSoulJahTYah 2 роки тому +1

    Reality WELL DONE DAN AND TEAM!!! WOW ..UK Fan :)

  • @modern-astrology
    @modern-astrology 8 місяців тому

    Thanks very much for so generously sharing real world experience. All the best with every venture moving forward :)

  • @sofiaelhatri3585
    @sofiaelhatri3585 Рік тому +2

    This is such a valuable video and information! 😮Thank you Dan and team
    I’m about to set up my account now for my first project - wish me luck 😊

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  Рік тому

      Good luck, Sofia! We're here if you have any questions.

    • @emmanuelsvice3969
      @emmanuelsvice3969 Рік тому +1

      In case you need to run targeted promotion to niches that are ready to support your campaign, I know a Fiverr crowdfunding expert who can help

    • @sofiaelhatri3585
      @sofiaelhatri3585 Рік тому

      @@emmanuelsvice3969 hi Emmanuel, it woudlnt hurt to know more about it :)

  • @customkittyliners
    @customkittyliners Рік тому +2

    Great Video, Learned A Lot, Thanks - Question, please. In you video you show that your products appeared in different media, example Daily Mail. Did they do stories on you or was it paid advertising that you are referencing?

  • @mothernature1869
    @mothernature1869 8 місяців тому

    Wow, this video is super helpful. I need to watch it again and write stuff down 😅❤👌

  • @GlitterSkies
    @GlitterSkies Рік тому +1

    Should we follow the same process of designing and making the product but for the packaging?

  • @luislorenzomartinez1174
    @luislorenzomartinez1174 Рік тому

    this videos is gold. Thanks!

  • @chcebs8662
    @chcebs8662 Рік тому +1

    Awesome tips thx👍🏻

  • @Jay-ql4gp
    @Jay-ql4gp Рік тому

    Great tips, thank you!
    (The binaural intro and outro were a bit disconcerting though, but then my hearing is pretty damaged)

  • @salehjsaleh1191
    @salehjsaleh1191 5 місяців тому +1

    Hi, Love the video! Can you tell us the agency you worked with? Thanks

  • @StarJar58
    @StarJar58 2 роки тому +1

    What a cool guy. I learned so much.

  • @nurkltoy
    @nurkltoy Рік тому

    Great video! Thank you for the amazing advice and experience!

  • @mediastandfilms1927
    @mediastandfilms1927 9 місяців тому

    Thank you!!! This was very helpful

  • @adamanesil1111
    @adamanesil1111 Рік тому

    This video helped me tremendously! I'm so thankful to you! 🥰🙏🏼

  • @E.R.U.42
    @E.R.U.42 22 дні тому

    I want to start a fundraising for my feature film. What do you suggest? Thank you

  • @AcesizOfficial
    @AcesizOfficial Рік тому

    Gems 💎

  • @jnick6
    @jnick6 Рік тому +1

    im in a different situation, im looking to acquire a business, its on the cheap side.
    includes patents / rights, tooling, schedules, online store and social media presence, everything.
    its all set up and ready to assume control
    too much information is a no no, right? as im not starting from scratch or my idea.. its literally up for grabs and I want to to take advantage asap.
    what do you suggest I do?

  • @JcpWorld
    @JcpWorld 3 місяці тому

    Alibaba offers factory production inspection for small fee, no need to visit factory during production

  • @pesmobile7500
    @pesmobile7500 2 роки тому +1

    Welcome from Dubai

  • @ChasquiOutdoorClothing
    @ChasquiOutdoorClothing Рік тому

    Gold! Thank you.

  • @niekvanbeusekom3058
    @niekvanbeusekom3058 Рік тому

    What a great video! Thanks a lot!

  • @danielvasquez7204
    @danielvasquez7204 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this video!

  • @גלנח-כ9ל
    @גלנח-כ9ל Рік тому +1

    hey!
    great video, helped a lot.
    can you explain what it was that you didn't do and how it affected the company Cease and Desisted you?

  • @howardamberealestate
    @howardamberealestate 2 роки тому

    Great Video! Thanks so much.

  • @danieljoachimnielsen6379
    @danieljoachimnielsen6379 Рік тому

    Brilliant mate!

  • @clubhearing6321
    @clubhearing6321 2 роки тому +5

    Hello Dan, what’s the best way to contact you regarding a crowdfunding campaign for our new product?

  • @PortmannInternational
    @PortmannInternational Рік тому

    Thank you. Amazing content thank you

  • @CarlosMartinez-du1cu
    @CarlosMartinez-du1cu 9 місяців тому

    Awesome video! Awesome videos

  • @jasonsoto5273
    @jasonsoto5273 11 місяців тому

    Fantastic video! What was the reason for the cease and desist?

  • @jannetteayala6740
    @jannetteayala6740 7 місяців тому

    Which marketing company did you use to help advertise your campaign? Can you share their details?

  • @mydocdash
    @mydocdash 2 роки тому

    Thank you, this was very helpful

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  2 роки тому

      Thanks for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the video.

  • @bathob.motubudi
    @bathob.motubudi 2 роки тому +2

    Very informative and detailed. How do we find crowdfunding advertising partners?

    • @Dieseldiesel84
      @Dieseldiesel84 2 роки тому +1

      Enventys Partners and Jellop are great options. The one we used is Enventys but both are reputable

  • @kridler112
    @kridler112 11 місяців тому +1

    This is making sitting on the toilet much more productive

  • @mikkey246
    @mikkey246 Рік тому

    9:30, they really advertised it? Thats awesome. Thanks for the tips, im planning to make an animation

    • @gbolagunabiodun9198
      @gbolagunabiodun9198 Рік тому

      Hello, I just read your comment about making animation, so has the animation been made? Or you need help maybe in other areas also

    • @jeancena3556
      @jeancena3556 Рік тому

      @@gbolagunabiodun9198Hello my friend. I am soon launching a crowdfunding project for my startup. My team would appreciate help. Let me know what your thoughts are

  • @aquatichunt
    @aquatichunt 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Dan, great video. Who was your advertising partner?

  • @geovannimolinastudios
    @geovannimolinastudios Рік тому

    AWESOME MAN

  • @moisesnalvarte
    @moisesnalvarte 2 місяці тому

    Ho Dan, how long were your 200 personalized videos ?

  • @akshi_x_monk
    @akshi_x_monk 2 роки тому +1

    Hi... From England

  • @GokuGreg2001
    @GokuGreg2001 8 місяців тому

    Awesome vid bruh

  • @RealAlbertoOrozco
    @RealAlbertoOrozco 8 місяців тому +1

    BLESSED

  • @DEEPAKSINGHtheexplorer
    @DEEPAKSINGHtheexplorer 2 роки тому

    Very informative video ❤️❤️

  • @xChikyx
    @xChikyx 5 місяців тому

    all ads are spam. you can't change my mind
    if i see an ad, i wont purchase the product on it

  • @Pianobluespiano
    @Pianobluespiano 2 роки тому

    Thank you very much for sharing

  • @matthewpham7874
    @matthewpham7874 2 роки тому +4

    Did you use the samples you got from the suppliers for photoshoots to put on your crowdfunding page? Does that mean you set up the whole campaign just as production was beginning?

    • @Dieseldiesel84
      @Dieseldiesel84 2 роки тому +4

      Yes. we photographed our prototypes which were essentially production samples. we held off on production until the campaign finished and we knew our quantities

  • @rajudesai3069
    @rajudesai3069 Рік тому

    Best content video very good

  • @eclecticeddie3694
    @eclecticeddie3694 2 роки тому

    thank you.

  • @unboxanddestroy
    @unboxanddestroy Рік тому +6

    Who did you use as the marketing firm that took the 10% commission? Also how did you find them?

  • @lb-il6zl
    @lb-il6zl 2 роки тому +1

    Hi dear .. I hope you can help me I need to do crowdfunding for a very good project in Africa about water treatment.. can somebody help me set that up

  • @lasaint589
    @lasaint589 2 роки тому

    Love this

  • @SolarSoftMedia
    @SolarSoftMedia Рік тому

    You can't crowdfund if you don't have any followers on social media.

  • @Skunkiousmaximus
    @Skunkiousmaximus 11 місяців тому

    Were you all working day jobs during the initial beginnings of your crowd funding?

  • @shanel104
    @shanel104 7 місяців тому

    Did you do much pr and brand awareness before launching the campaign?

    • @Crowdcrux1
      @Crowdcrux1 2 місяці тому

      Yes like pre launch just to create awareness before launching the project

  • @karimikenne6625
    @karimikenne6625 2 роки тому

    what is the app in Shopify we can use for crowdfunding compain not pre-orders

  • @csoutsource
    @csoutsource Рік тому

    When it comes to product photography, how do you handle this?

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  Рік тому

      Hi, Matthew. Are you able to share more insight on what you're looking to achieve?

    • @csoutsource
      @csoutsource Рік тому

      If I want to create professional photography for my Shopify store, how would I go about this with a very low budget and optimizing for speed.

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  Рік тому

      We've got a guide to product photography here: shopify.link/5Vdr. There's also a guide specifically for smartphone photography: shopify.link/bnPn. Both offer advice for taking great photos on a budget!

  • @veronikaabrams
    @veronikaabrams 9 місяців тому

    When you say to "negotiate email placement" what does that mean?

    • @jeremyaficionadoFR
      @jeremyaficionadoFR 7 місяців тому

      Promotion of the campaign if it becomes trendy, I suppose

  • @truettadevil
    @truettadevil Рік тому +1

    Packing would've been faster with sleek, black compostable bags 😬

  • @MrWorstNews
    @MrWorstNews Рік тому

    Any videos for a documentary?

  • @RepayEvilWithGood
    @RepayEvilWithGood 8 місяців тому

    I'm about to create a gofundme that gives a gift upfront. The gift is how to fold a piece of paper that when torn in half, creates a cross and the words, Live, Love, Life, Hell, Vile and Evil. The story is amazing and it took over 20 years before all the words, other than HELL came to me. We are being wrongfully evicted from a home we have lived in for 7 years and have paid over $130,000 in rent to two very unappreciative, Evil, Vile humans. However, I want to repay evil with good and raise money to buy the house so that I can keep my business and life from being fully disrupted, downgraded and destroyed.

  • @GreenOilBike
    @GreenOilBike Рік тому

    Who was your advertising partner?

  • @schoolofgrowthhacking
    @schoolofgrowthhacking 7 місяців тому

    This just tells me all the stuff I'm already doing 😂

  • @chidisimon7404
    @chidisimon7404 Рік тому

    Can i launch a campaign and get funded to start and establish a documentary media?

  • @kstessel1
    @kstessel1 Рік тому

    Can you run a campaign only In the United States?
    And how did you calculate for out of the country shipping and dutys without losing money?

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  Рік тому +1

      Hi! This would depend on which crowdfunding platform you decide to use, but the majority of them support campaigns from outside of the United States.
      Calculating international shipping costs and duties while ensuring profitability can be challenging, especially when starting out. Some tips that we can offer are for you to explore different shipping carriers and to compare their rates, to continuously monitor the carrier's performance (their cost and shipping times, for example), as well as to regularly review your shipping strategy and pivoting where needed. If available in your region, using Shopify Shipping: shopify.link/Q18v can help offer more accurate shipping rates on your store. Otherwise, a shipping app from the Shopify App Store: shopify.link/w0p7 can also help.
      Just a reminder that it's your customer's own responsibility to pay for any duties and import taxes for their orders. But if you'd like to offer them the option of collecting any of these fees on your store's checkout, you can definitely look at implementing this feature for your store: shopify.link/QDAl.

    • @kstessel1
      @kstessel1 Рік тому

      @@learnwithshopify thanks for your reply. We are working on an Indiegogo campaign. We have had our Shopify store running already and we use Shipstation. We only sell in the US and would be concerned if we have to ship out of the country because we couldn't afford the cost.

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  Рік тому +1

      Gotcha! Shipping internationally can definitely involve additional expenses. In saying this, having the right strategy could help in keeping the costs low - plus, using an app like Shipstation should allow you to charge customers the most accurate shipping rate on checkout too. This would help in your case, as the customer would pretty much cover most, if not all, of the shipping costs involved with their order.
      Feel free to have a read through our blog here: shopify.link/rmpn, and this one here: shopify.link/mDG8, if you'd like some help in figuring out an international shipping strategy for your store!

    • @kstessel1
      @kstessel1 Рік тому

      @@learnwithshopify thank you so much.

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  Рік тому

      It's our pleasure! All the best with your store, Kerry. 🚀

  • @EteonEteon-fs1iz
    @EteonEteon-fs1iz Рік тому +1

    Could use your help on my gofundme! Thx

  • @chidisimon7404
    @chidisimon7404 Рік тому

    Can i launch a campaign and get funded to create a mobile app that will solve artisans unreliability problems in my country?

  • @edthrustory
    @edthrustory 2 роки тому

    Dan thank you so very much for this super informative video. My name is Sabari and I am the founder of the educational start-up EdThruStory. This video is such a big blessing. Thoroughly enjoyed listening to your creative approaches especially the custom video that you sent to your friends. I have subscribed to your channel. Eagerly looking forward to learning from you Dan. Happy blessed year 2023!!!
    It would be great to connect to you so that I can get your valuable inputs for my upcoming Kickstarter. Just my humble request Dan. Thank you.

  • @apolloaster
    @apolloaster 2 роки тому

    Why didn't you write off the travel expenses through your business

  • @leonard6277
    @leonard6277 2 роки тому

    Hi, is there any recommendations on trusted crowdfunding campaign advertising partners for Australia ?

  • @kaitlynwiggins2328
    @kaitlynwiggins2328 Рік тому

    Amazing video. I’m so frustrated because I don’t understand half of this and have zero business background, but I have an amazing business idea that has some serious potential for becoming a multi million dollar company. I just have no clue how to even start it or make the product

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  Рік тому

      It sounds like you'd be able to benefit from hiring a Shopify Expert for product sourcing guidance! Feel free to take a look at our list of Experts here (shopify.link/W5k0) as they can help you bring your business idea to life.

  • @idabrinck-lund9744
    @idabrinck-lund9744 2 роки тому

    Nice❤

  •  6 місяців тому

    I see u went to the YT shop got all the standard back drop lol

  • @getjelcie
    @getjelcie Рік тому

    Is it weird to cold email people with this strategy?

  • @emmadoli4469
    @emmadoli4469 2 роки тому

    I want to talk to you about working together

  • @berthapowell4795
    @berthapowell4795 2 роки тому

    hello very much want to learn this USA

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  2 роки тому +1

      Hi there, Bertha! We'd be happy to help you learn more about using Shopify within the USA! We'd be happy to answer any questions you have about the platform, too! We recommend that you check out our video learning platform called 'Shopify Learn', bit.ly/3DTejxr, as it can answer many of the questions you likely have! Are you interested in starting your own business?

  • @sadin786
    @sadin786 2 роки тому

    can I start a business from Bangladesh?

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  2 роки тому

      Hi, there! Shopify is available around the world, so you can definitely start an online store in Bangladesh. Please let us know if you have any other questions!

  • @ShashaaBrown
    @ShashaaBrown Рік тому

    This is crazy, all this money just to launch a T shirt business made in China... I wish I had these skills to raise money for scaling my business :(

  • @gandolet.v3672
    @gandolet.v3672 2 роки тому

    Hello

  • @yifancui8798
    @yifancui8798 10 місяців тому

    Damn, what if I don't have any family, friends, or acquaintance.

  • @cybersechs1368
    @cybersechs1368 2 роки тому

    ngl 'kickstarter', 'indiegogo' and 'crowdfunding' seems pretty scammy to me. Seems more like an ICO / vapourware type of company. Either you have a company with an already made product ready to ship or you don't. You don't build a plane while it's still taking off on the runway

    • @Dieseldiesel84
      @Dieseldiesel84 2 роки тому +7

      we had actual product in hand. just needed to crowdfund to order larger quantities and build a customer base.

  • @banagan4604
    @banagan4604 Рік тому

    Can you share your advertising guy?

    • @learnwithshopify
      @learnwithshopify  Рік тому

      Hi there, thanks for reaching out! To confirm, are you referring to the individual in the video?

    • @banagan4604
      @banagan4604 Рік тому

      @@learnwithshopify The ad agency they mentioned

    • @jannetteayala6740
      @jannetteayala6740 7 місяців тому

      @@banagan4604 I want the details too I gamer so many ad companies reaching out to me I want to make sure I pick a reliable one