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What if I told you the
truth about crowdfunding on Kickstarter? How about I go into the hype versus
the reality of these campaigns? What if I was able to tell you
what most creators get wrong AND.. What if I was to give you the Kickstarter
playbook that actually works?

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00:21 - Kickstarter Hype vs. Reality
4:15 - Outside Kickstarter Marketing Firms
7:11 - Why you should set low funding goals
8:12 - Is Kickstarter worth it?
9:10 - What if my Kickstarter fails?
10:06 - How much profit big Kickstarter campaigns make?
12:25 - What most Kickstarter creators get wrong
18:15 - The psychology of kickstarter backers
19:45 - How to talk to backers and keep them happy
20:24 - The Kickstarter playbook that actually works
21:08 - How should I price my Kickstarter items?
22:38 - How to plan for 100% Kickstarter funding day 1
25:39 - Kickstarter fulfillment
27:32 - Bonus! How to shoot a kickstarter video on a budget
30:48 - Who should and should not run Kickstarter campaigns?

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🎙️ The Truth About Crowdfunding on Kickstarter
In this episode of Invent With Me, we dive deep into the world of Kickstarter and crowdfunding — beyond the hype. You’ve seen those campaigns that raise 3,000% of their goal, but what’s really going on behind the scenes? Is Kickstarter still worth it in 2025? And how do you actually launch a successful campaign?

We break it all down:
✅ Why some campaigns go viral (and why most don’t)
✅ The role of agencies like Jellop, Kickbooster, and BackerKit
✅ Hidden costs, busted myths, and success traps
✅ A step-by-step plan to launch your own winning campaign

Whether you're an inventor, product creator, or just Kickstarter-curious, this episode will save you time, money, and stress.

👉 Stay tuned ‘til the end for a full breakdown on how to actually run a successful Kickstarter campaign — no fluff, just the real playbook.

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Got an invention… but no idea how to market it? You don’t need a marketing degree or a fancy PR firm—you need YouTube.

Want to join an exclusive Discord community of seasoned inventors and be on a first name basis with people who LOVE this world of product development? Access the exclusive Discord through the Patreon below for just $6/Month! ⬇️

By popular demand... introducing Grant's "Invent With Me" Patreon.
-You may want to join if...
1. You have an invention idea but don't know where to go from here...
2. You need access to engineers, lawyers, inventors or manufacturers.
3. You need inspiration and weekly tips to bring your invention to the market and start making 7-figures from your idea.
https://patreon.com/InventWithMe?utm_...

IWM Engineer; Lance at https://www.freelancedesigns.ca/

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🔗 Learn more about Liron at www.LironSegev.com
📺 Watch his videos at YouTube.com/TheTechieGuy

In this high-impact episode, Marcus and Grant are joined by YouTube strategist and tech creator Liron Segev, the mind behind the TechieGuy channel with over 1.1 million subscribers, to unpack the exact steps inventors can take to build an audience, earn trust, and spark pre-launch momentum—even if you’ve never filmed a video in your life.

Liron walks us through the Inventor-to-Influencer Pathway, a 7-step roadmap that turns your invention journey into compelling content that sells—without sounding salesy. You’ll learn how to build visibility by documenting your process, how to pick the right content style for your personality, and how to use three simple videos to create a powerful launchpad for your product.

Forget polished ads or waiting for perfection. This episode is about starting with what you’ve got, talking like a human, and using YouTube as your go-to-market secret weapon.

What You’ll Learn:
Why YouTube traditional marketing for inventors

3 channel styles that work for any invention

How to avoid the “demo trap” that kills your views

What gear you actually need (hint: not much)

The first 3 videos that build trust and traction

How thumbnails and titles are your real marketing

The Bowtie Funnel: turning subscribers into customers

Why starting before your prototype is perfect can give you a massive edge

Whether you’re launching a physical product or building your first prototype, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to start showing up on camera—and winning hearts before you win sales.

🎧 Stream now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

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Enjoy this episode where entrepreneur, Sam Baker breaks down how big ideas start in small places.

https://www.wrigglebrew.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooFxiGbDj3YAdt1igfsdgdWr8oNuvYGAxuEW6Bi0UCAVZJQdZs1

Want to join an exclusive Discord community of seasoned inventors and be on a first name basis with people who LOVE this world of product development? Access the exclusive Discord through the Patreon below for just $6/Month! ⬇️

By popular demand... introducing Grant's "Invent With Me" Patreon.
-You may want to join if...
1. You have an invention idea but don't know where to go from here...
2. You need access to engineers, lawyers, inventors or manufacturers.
3. You need inspiration and weekly tips to bring your invention to the market and start making 7-figures from your idea.
https://patreon.com/InventWithMe?utm_...

IWM Engineer; Lance at https://www.freelancedesigns.ca/

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Episode Title: How Inventors Bootstrap BIG Invention Ideas (Work > Money)
Podcast: Invent With Me
Season 2 – Sponsored by the Invent With Me Patreon

Description:
Too many inventors believe their big idea won’t go anywhere unless they get funding first—but what if the secret to success is putting in the work before the money ever arrives?

In this episode of Invent With Me, your hosts Marcus and Grant sit down with Sam Baker, the founder of WriggleBrew, to unpack the gritty, honest truth about bootstrapping a real invention from zero to launch. Sam shares the real story—not the polished startup fairytale—of how he turned a dorm-room idea into a viable business without waiting around for a big check.

From using garages as labs to building a product in layers, this episode walks inventors through six actionable steps to move from concept to income. We dive into the hidden advantages of being resource-limited, how to develop grit, why many inventors waste time chasing validation and funding instead of traction, and the critical skill of pivoting when your initial idea doesn't go according to plan.

If you’ve ever felt stuck because you “just need money” to start, this episode is a wake-up call—and a masterclass in the value of doing over dreaming.

Highlights include:

• Why having limited resources is a superpower in the early invention phase
• How real intellectual property is in the work, not just the idea
• How Sam built his product step-by-step while holding down other commitments
• The emotional traps inventors fall into when comparing themselves to well-funded competitors
• When and how to take on funding—without losing control
• Why your garage is more powerful than you think

The Invent With Me Podcast, where each week we help aspiring inventors and product creators to turn their innovative ideas into reality. Join us on youtube to have the ultimate show experience! www.youtube.com/@inventwithme