Hello everyone. I'm rather new to Kickstarter. I didn't launch my campaign, but after researching continuously and reading the many tips from past pages, I was wondering if someone would be willing to give me feedback prior to launching the actual campaign? Here's a preview link:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/43 ... n=44b5f5ddAs for what I learned, while I never did have a successful campaign and about to start my first, I can list what I learned through research. I learned that it's important to be the driving force behind your project and how imperative it is to not build a barrier between yourself and potential backers. Basically, be yourself. Also, I heard that it's better if one was to offer nice rewards in exchange while having a nice story detailing what your project is about and why you're starting this campaign. Also, it's important to engage the people. Whether it's through e-mailing ,newsletters, blogs, podcasts, videos, social media etc. It's also important to be honest and to share details of your project. What are you doing? Why? Frequently update and follow through with comments and messages. Use outside sources to help bring in traffic because from what I read, in most cases, using Kickstarter alone won't be enough to generate enough traffic. Try establishing a bond with your potential backers because these people are putting their money for your cause. Have a realistic goal and be fair. Make sure the quality featured in your campaign is decent and do not spam people with your campaign. Have friends and family help get the word out of your campaign and be sure to be organized! Plan the campaign at least a month ahead of the actual launch. It could be beneficial to build partnerships with people of similar material as a means of trying to expand potential traffic. Make a video, it will increase your chances. Be sure to send follow up thank you messages if someone were to back you up. If anything, you can even ask backers to spread the word. Be sure to also research your target audience. Who will be most likely to support you? Research similar projects, why they succeeded, why they failed? Are there any consistent patterns? Have your rewards prepared early: better to receive something early than late. Include a bio of yourself, how you'll use your product, and list a call to action.
That's what I learned so far