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Apr 2020
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How LastObject Broke Their Crowdfunding ...

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About this episode

In this episode, you’ll learn from an entrepreneur who thoroughly validated her idea that led to a $700k Kickstarter Campaign

LastSwab is a reusable, sustainable and sanitary alternative to cotton swabs and buds. Replacing at least 1,000 cotton swabs. 

For more on LastObject and show notes: https://www.shopify.com/blog/lastobject-crowdfunding.

 

Tune in to learn

  • How to validate your product idea by collecting emails
  • How to market towards a sustainability-focused customer
  • How to determine if your passion is worth pursuing as a business

 

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