Create. Launch. Crowdfund.
WHEN CAN I LAUNCH?
The best time to launch your online crowdfunding post is when you are fully prepared and have everything ready to go before going live. It is recommended to have at least 30 days to prepare from when you decide to crowdfund and you decide to launch your venture.
Before launching your crowdfunding post, it is essential to gather support from your online communities. Teasers, coming soon pages, or even a soft launch are some methods to start generating online interest before you launch your crowdfunding post.Most successful crowdfunding posts receive 30% of their total target amount within the first few days of going live. This support is gained from the pre-existing community of supporters you gather before going live.
- Your Profile
- Actual Venture Plans
- Funding Target
- Timeline
Checklist for Launch:
- Your Pitch
- Info-graphics
- Target Audience
- Influencers List
- First 30%
- Your Contact Lists
- Marketing Plan
- Fulfillment Plan
Checklist for Launch:
- Your Profile
- Plans to implement your venture
- Funding target
- Timeline
- Your Pitch
- Info-graphics
- Target Audience
- Influencers List
- First 30%
- Your contacts list
- Marketing plan
- Fulfilment plan
NOW YOU'RE READY TO LAUNCH!
WHAT SHOULD I DO DURING THE LAUNCH?
Dedicated going live posts
The tease is over! Create specific communication material - posts, emails, pictures and even videos to let everyone know of your launch. Now is the time to get your pre-existing supporters to share your post with their communities as soon as you launch.Remember, your going live posts should aim to gather your first 30% of funds!
Talk to your Community
When you go live, keep the conversation going with your online community of supporters. You can send out regular updates regarding your fundraising progress and encourage them to share and spread the word. Respond to comments and questions as soon as possible.
Keep track of your post
As soon as you launch, keep track of your post, it's online reach and donations received. Google Analytics is a great program, where you can link your post and monitor it with statistical feedback for future sharing. Even if you are not tech savvy, excel sheets are a simple way to track and monitor your donations.
Share
Share your venture both online and offline through social media platforms, emails and face to face communication. You can re-post and share your venture regularly on social media platforms to gather as much support as possible.
Promote
Research different platforms such as seminars, talks, programs and other communities where you can participate, network and promote your venture.
Update
Regular updates to supporters at Fund Lifelong Learning and other marketing venues has to be undertaken to inform them of the progress and remaining targets.
REACHED YOUR GOALS?
Thank your donors, and now you're ready to start your venture!
Don't forget to:
- Keep updating your contributers and community of your progress
- Start your venture immediately
- Respond to queries and comments on your post and venture
REACHED YOUR GOALS?
Thank your donors, and now you're ready to start your venture!
Don't forget to:
- Keep updating your contributers and community of your progress
- Start your venture immediately
- Respond to queries and comments on your post and venture