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We interviewed Derek Miller, author of Six-Figure Crowdfunding, to get his best tips for creating a successful crowdfunding campaign that raises six figures.

Check out the podcast here: https://artofthekickstart.com/crowdfunding-tips-kickstarter-success-story-derek-miller-aotk222/

Key takeaways include:

-[1:08] Derek Miller, crowdfunder extraordinaire and why crowdfunding has been the thing he’s used
-[2:46] Why Derek is writing the book he wishes he had when he was crowdfunding
-[4:49] The biggest benefits crowdfunding offers to creators and artists
-[6:09] The most important pre-campaign steps to ensure you’re successful
-[7:37] Stats from Derek’s campaigns and how he was able to tap his email lists
-[9:46] The impact of the new Facebook algorithms on their community approach
-[11:03] Tips for crowdfunding campaigns that need more publicity
-[12:05] Mailchimp: The best investment when you have limited funds
-[13:16] Where most unsuccessful crowdfunders go wrong
-[14:28] Why Derek thinks crowdfunding has become much more professional
-[15:32] Derek’s biggest piece of advice for those wanting to start a crowdfunding campaign
-[18:43] Why Derek believes that focusing on trust is going to be the way to succeed long-term

What is your best tip for raising six figures on Kickstarter or Indiegogo?