Most Americans claim that raising money is the most difficult part of starting a business. In fact, there are some segments of society where fundraising is so terribly difficult that businesses will either die due to a lack of financing, or they will never be born in the first place.
Crowdfunding is your solution.
By raising thousands of dollars from hundreds of people, you can obtain the kind of financial boost that no bank could ever give you. But the process is complex, full of landmines and most people never succeed.
That's where we come in.
Dr. Boyce Watkins has a Ph.D. in Finance and has taught thousands of students about how money works at five major universities over the last 20 years.
LaNée Javet is a single mom who used her first crowdfunding campaign to raise $10,000 in just 30 days to start her online business. She used the money to found Culsire.com, a news and lifestyle website for African Americans who care about their community.
Both Dr. Watkins and Ms. Javet are their own bosses and have thriving companies that are growing at astronomical rates. In this class, they share EVERYTHING with you on how to use crowdfunding to raise money for your business.
Course Goals
- To learn the details of crowdfunding, how it works and how to do it successfully
- The long list of "Dos" of crowdfunding
- The things you DO NOT want to do during your campaign
- How to get through the tough times in your campaign
- How to prepare for your crowdfunding campaign
- How to decide what platform to use for your crowdfunding campaign
- How to choose the right rewards and structure for your campaign
- What to do after your campaign is over
In addition to several hours of video (we'll add more information on an as-needed basis), there is a large packet of detailed, step-by-step information on how to use crowdfunding to raise money. Also, there is a packet of slides giving details on everything that is discussed. Finally, Dr Boyce and Lanee will reach out to students on a regular basis to attend private webinars where you can ask questions. We will also assist in the promotion of your crowd funding campaigns.
Don't delay. Go after your dream right now. Success and economic freedom are waiting for you, but only if you are willing to invest in yourself. Let Dr Watkins and Ms. Javet show you the way.
TESTIMONIAL
Ree Lloyd: Valuable information. This class was incredible and gives students an alternate solution for raising money to launch a business. I'm looking forward to more classes of this nature.
Course Curriculum
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PreviewWhat to Expect
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StartHow to Crowdfund successfully - Course packet
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StartGetting started with crowd funding (32:30)
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PreviewPreparing for the launch of your crowdfunding campaign (29:00)
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StartCourse suggestions can be made here
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StartWhat kind of crowdfunding campaign should you choose? (39:38)
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StartThe hustle and grind of crowdfunding (36:10)
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StartHow to set up your crowdfunding campaign (49:50)
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StartThe things you defintely want to DO during your crowdfunding campaign (21:00)
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StartMore things you definitely want to do during your crowdfunding campaign (32:55)
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StartThings you DO NOT want to do when crowdfunding (22:32)
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StartMore things you DO NOT want to do when crowdfunding (34:45)
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StartDon't let your crowdfunding campaign overwhelm you (3:50)
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StartWhat to do when your crowdfunding campaign is over (20:56)
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StartPowerPoint slides on How to Raise Money by Crowdfunding
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PreviewBuilding and teaching Black Wall Street: The heart of the grind (40:55)
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StartThis man raised $34,000 in one month (18:01)
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StartThree powerful ways to generate income streams outside your job (8:58)
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StartHow credit scores work - Powerpoint slides
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StartHow to create a business plan - powerpoint slides
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StartDos and dont's of borrowing money (10:49)
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StartSetting new habits conducive to success (6:09)
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StartLegally Protecting Your Business Brand Part I - (12:24)
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StartLegally Protecting Your Business Brand Part II 2 (19:51)
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StartLegally Protecting Your Business Brand Part 3 - (11:06)