Types of Crowdfunding: Donation, Rewards, and Equity-Basedby Emma McGowanThe three primary types of crowdfunding are donation-based, rewards-based, and equity crowdfunding. We discuss the nuances of each crowdfunding method so you can choose which one is best for your fundraise.Continue
What is Crowdfunding?by Emma McGowanWe define crowdfunding, explain why it's a different kind of fundraising, discuss the benefits, as well as the different types of crowdfunding campaigns.Continue
Crowdfunding vs. Crowdsourcing | Startups.comby Emma McGowanA lot of people confuse crowdfunding with crowdsourcing. We clear up the differences and explain the benefits of each.Continue
Startup Failure (And The Antidote)by Andy RosicStartup failures should be quick and relatively pain-free, and it should inform and motivate and eliminate alternatives. Here are some ways to validate early on to avoid a really painful failure.Continue
The Anatomy of a Successful Crowdfunding Campaignby The Startups TeamCrowdfunding isn’t (just) a fast track to capital or product validation. Continue
The SEC JOBS Act and Title III Crowdfundingby Emma McGowanEverything you need to know about the SEC JOBS Act and Title III crowdfunding. Continue
7 Lessons ‘Planet of the Apps’ Taught Me About the Startup Pitchby Amy VanHarenIf you’re facing an upcoming startup pitch — be it on an escalator, elevator, or email — here’s a few tips to help you conquer the new:Continue
The Difficult Task of Startup Pricingby Keith LilesGo high, go low, offer tiers...? What’s the deal with startup pricing? Learn how to strategically set prices before making common mistakes.Continue
Using a Virtual Assistant to Accelerate Your Crowdfunding Campaignby Kendell RizzoThis three-part series is a must use for any crowdfunding campaign. The three parts contain a breakdown of tasks, deliverables and emails to use with your VA.Continue
3 Ways to Make Your Crowdfunding Marketing Campaign a Smash Successby Jesse KaufmanIt's not that you should ignore the bedrock principles of marketing. The key is taking traditional marketing's chapter-and-verse fundamentals and putting a new spin on the approach.Continue