Entries by Joseph Hogue

Shaping a Successful Crowdfunding Idea

Putting a successful crowdfunding idea together is a lot like traditional business planning but there are some key points you need to build into your plans. While crowdfunding was seen as an alternative form of finance just a few years ago, it’s quickly becoming the preferred way of launching a new product or business. While […]

Free Video: What is Crowdfunding?

Crowdfunding is taking off as the preferred way to raise money for fundraising or small business. Check out the video and post below to answer all your, “What is Crowdfunding?” questions. Today we’re starting a video series to answer the question, “What is Crowdfunding?” the online fundraising phenomenon that is changing the way people raise […]

24-Step Can’t Miss Crowdfunding Checklist

Pre-launch crowdfunding is the longest and most important stage in crowdfunding, follow this crowdfunding checklist to make sure you get started right. In my book, Step-by-Step Crowdfunding, the pre-launch steps cover the majority of the total process. Of the 17 steps from start to finish, you need to hit 11 steps before your campaign even […]

How to Draw People to Your Crowdfunding Blog

So you’ve got a crowdfunding blog for your campaign and you start writing. Then crickets start chirping and you start pulling your hair out because no one is reading it. Believe me, I’ve been there. It’s the same on any type of blog and is the reason that more than 90% of the blogs started […]

The Perfect Crowdfunding Rewards Strategy to Beat Your Goal

The idea of giving away crowdfunding rewards to reach your crowdfunding goal is misleading. Follow this crowdfunding rewards strategy for your small business success. Don’t let the misconceptions about crowdfunding rewards keep you from using crowdfunding for all its benefits. The fact is that a smart set of rewards is key to meeting your funding […]