Should You Market Test Before Launching a Product?

Should You Market Test Before Launching a Product?

To market test, or not to market test? That is the question. No one is questioning whether it’s important to gain market validation before hitting launch on your campaign. The question is how do you do it, and what exactly can you expect to learn? The answers aren’t as clear-cut as you might think.

Celebrating Success: Dugout Mugs

Celebrating Success: Dugout Mugs

In this series, “Celebrating Success,” we’re speaking with innovators and entrepreneurs who walked the journey of taking a product from idea to reality. Today, we’re speaking with Randall Thompson, creator of Dugout Mugs. He’s taken his idea from concept to reality, creating a multimillion-dollar ecommerce business.

Celebrating Success: Quevos

Celebrating Success: Quevos

In this series, “Celebrating Success,” we’re speaking with innovators and entrepreneurs who walked the journey of taking a product from idea to reality. Today, we’re speaking with Nick Hamburger, co-founder of Quevos. In 2019, the Quevos campaign raised $71,786, and in 2021 the team inked a deal with Daniel Lubetzky on Shark Tank.

A U.S. Patent Isn’t Enough: Protecting Your Intellectual Property

A U.S. Patent Isn’t Enough: Protecting Your Intellectual Property

Having a big idea is just the beginning. Most people will have several actionable ideas in their lifetime, but the difference between whether those ideas become profitable depends on protection, perseverance and sometimes a little luck. Today, on World IP Day, we’re digging into how you can protect your ideas and chatting with Josh Malone, policy director for US Inventor, and inventor of Bunch O Balloons.

Communication is Key: Tips For Building an Authentic Community

Communication is Key: Tips For Building an Authentic Community

Crowdfunding campaigns provide a great opportunity for emerging brands to build a community of enthusiastic supporters quickly. But because crowdfunding is risky, it’s important to nurture your backer community with regular, transparent updates. From launch day through product delivery, keep your backers informed of your progress. How you do this will determine your credibility and set you up for success (or failure) long after the campaign is over. 

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