Combatting Complacency: Mastering Your Kickstarter Campaign

01/01/24 • 52 min

Crowdfunding Nerds: Kickstarter Marketing, Business, & Beyond!

Welcome, fellow crowdfunding enthusiasts! Are you ready to tackle complacency? In episode 159 of Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean are back to help you stay ahead of the game. We start with some casual banter, then dive into the dangers of complacency in Kickstarter campaigns. We also share our New Year's resolutions and discuss how to avoid the pitfalls of complacency.

We share personal stories of overcoming complacency, emphasize the importance of gratitude, and warn about the illusion of eternal success. Learn about the importance of innovation, goal setting, and contingency planning.

We highlight the dangers of underestimating customer engagement, overstretching yourself, and unhealthy comparisons. We underline the power of communication and the necessity of seeking audience feedback.

We remind you that no company is too big to fail and that each Kickstarter campaign should be treated uniquely. Finally, we discuss the importance of continuous learning and wrap up with some valuable resources.

Join us, let's overcome complacency together!

Show Chapters:

00:01 - Banter Beginnings

00:15 - Complacency in Kickstarter Games

01:35 - New Year's Resolutions Discussion

08:07 - Tackling Complacency in Crowdfunding

13:25 - Personal Anti-Complacency Stories

17:28 - Importance of Gratitude

18:19 - Illusions of Indefinite Success

19:28 - Emphasizing Innovation and Adaptation

25:46 - Forms of Complacency in Business

28:47 - Dangers of Overexpansion

31:20 - The Peril of Comparison

33:55 - The Power of Communication

34:16 - Audience Feedback and Game Innovation

45:56 - No Company is Too Big to Fail

46:15 - Treating Each Kickstarter Campaign Uniquely

49:38 - The Power of Continuous Learning

51:18 - Episode Wrap-up and Resource Sharing

Join us, let's overcome complacency together!

Show Chapters:

00:01 - Banter Beginnings

00:15 - Complacency in Kickstarter Games

01:35 - New Year's Resolutions Discussion

08:07 - Tackling Complacency in Crowdfunding

13:25 - Personal Anti-Complacency Stories

17:28 - Importance of Gratitude

18:19 - Illusions of Indefinite Success

19:28 - Emphasizing Innovation and Adaptation

25:46 - Forms of Complacency in Business

28:47 - Dangers of Overexpansion

31:20 - The Peril of Comparison

33:55 - The Power of Communication

34:16 - Audience Feedback and Game Innovation

45:56 - No Company is Too Big to Fail

46:15 - Treating Each Kickstarter Campaign Uniquely

49:38 - The Power of Continuous Learning

51:18 - Episode Wrap-up and Resource Sharing

Previous Episode

Predictions for 2024!

Welcome, fellow Crowdfunding Nerds, to a crystal-ball-gazing session in Episode 158! Your hosts, Andrew and Sean, along with guest Rick, delve into the future of board games and crowdfunding. We jest, debate, and ponder on everything from China's manufacturing scenario to the rising costs for creators. Yet, we remain hopeful as we foresee an increase in backer numbers.

We envision a future where games are compact, streamlined, and focused on solo play. We also predict the rise of Game Found, potentially overtaking Kickstarter. The AI debate gets heated as Andrew and Rick share contrasting views. We also touch upon Kickstarter's fee changes, the surge in religious-themed board games, and the use of Twitch for promotions.

Reflecting on 2023, we express gratitude for the success of Deliverance and the birth of Andrew's son. We invite your feedback and look forward to another successful year in crowdfunding.

Join us in this exciting journey!

Links to check out:

https://crowdfundingnerds.com/episode104/
https://www.augmentedarcana.com/
https://crowdfundingnerds.com/episode102/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

12:32 China's Manufacturing and Costs for Creators

22:04 Game Design and Solo Play Trend

36:19 Game Found Vs Kickstarter

48:38 AI in Board Games

1:22:22 Kickstarter's fee changes, religious-themed board games, Twitch promotion

1:44:46 Reflection on 2023 and Conclusion

Next Episode

Balance Breaks: A Guide to Boost Crowdfunding Productivity

Welcome to Crowdfunding Nerds, episode 160! This is Andrew, your host, and joining me today is Sean. Ever wondered how to optimize your productivity while staying sane? Well, we're here to discuss just that – the importance of taking breaks for peak productivity.
We're not just talking about work, but also the power of intentional rest. We'll share our personal experiences and strategies on how to make the most of your time. Listen as I discuss the value of play and purposeful rest, while Sean emphasizes the need for discipline and setting boundaries.
We'll also delve into how breaks can reboot your productivity and how to return to work with renewed focus. Discover how clear goal-setting, regular reviews, and mindful time management can boost your productivity.
Struggling with tech distractions? We'll share strategies to manage your time better, like scheduled breaks, digital curfews, and task-focused work hours. Plus, learn about the benefits of accountability partners and community support.
So, get ready to balance work and rest for an optimal crowdfunding journey!

Links to check out:

Episode 159 (Setting goals among other things): https://crowdfundingnerds.com/episode159/
Episode 150 (Embracing change): https://crowdfundingnerds.com/episode150
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
06:30 The Power of Taking Breaks
10:20 Play and Intentional Rest
16:40 Discipline and Setting Boundaries
23:10 Breaks for a Productivity Reboot
28:00 Goal-Setting and Time Management
33:20 Managing Tech Distractions
37:30 Strategies for Better Time Management
44:00 The Role of Accountability Partners and Community Support
52:20 Conclusion and Key Takeaways