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In this episode, Matt & Lauren discuss some of the most important questions asked by authors and creators - is it worth it to publish my books in print? Are readers still buying print books, or is print dead? Dive Deeper

In This Episode You'll Hear About:What it was like growing up in New Jersey with family working in the toy industry, having the influence of entrepreneurial parentsThe life lessons learned from being a lifeguard and swim instructor at a young age What he learned from his 13 years spent in advertising, is that products can become very meaningful not only to consumers but to creators How a one way trip to Tokyo with his now wife and Co-Founder Natalie, led to the idea of BalaHow after a workout class in Indonesia, the idea for Bala was sparked by a napkin drawingThe insecurities faced in running with the idea of Bala, that it was a redesign of a product no longer usedThe fears they faced of being told no, not being believed in, and the fears of putting their idea on KickstarterThe year-long process of finalizing the product and getting it to be everything they needed it to beHow they landed on Shark Tank, and how their episode airing two weeks before COVID hit helped skyrocket BalaThe advice Max has for founders wanting to go on Shark Tank, and how it's been after the factHow leaning into product innovation, and not just focusing on bangles has grown Bala furtherWhat it's like working with a spouse, raising a family, and building a companyWhat's next for Bala from product innovation, more content, and partnershipsExclusive Deals from Our Sponsors:Get a 30 day free trial with Rewind HEREUse the promo code STAIRWAY200 for $200 off Outer furniture by shopping HERE‍Get 2 months FREE with Gorgias by clicking HERE and mentioning the podcastTo Find Out More:https://www.shopbala.com/Quotes:“I'll admit that I don't think I've ever really known what I want to be when I grow up. I say it in the present tense because I think there's still a lot of life to live.”“We noticed there had been a redesign of the adjacencies in this category, but not of the products folks are actually working out with, so we started sketching Bala on a napkin.”“The challenge became, how do we start to bring this thing off the page? Early days it was just an incredibly iterative process.”“Early insecurity was will people care? It is admittedly a redesign of a product no longer used to the same degree they once were.”“We took a year to continue to develop the product and get to the perfect velcro closure that allowed folks to throw them on and off really simply.”“We never thought about it as an at-home fitness product.”“Like any pitch, focus and singularity around what your product or service is and why it's of interest, not just to your target audience, but the Shark Tank audience as well.”“We wanted to make a deal, but we didn't want to make a deal that would really be a disservice to what it is we were trying to build at the time.”“It really is this kind of intersection between fashion and fitness that didn't otherwise exist”“We realized that making meaningful, functional improvements to the product, but also making them more beautiful would make for a more elevated experience for working out.”“Baby steps are still steps. And as long as you're taking them, you're moving forward.”

In this episode of Art of the Kickstart, we interviewed Daniel Ekstam, Cofounder of ZEEKSACK™, a Swedish design brand, driven by functionality. As creators of travel gear & accessories to help calm your mind and organize your life, ZEEKSACK recently released the Organizer, a multifunctional backpack designed to fit everything you need, the way you need it. Listen in and learn about the brand's product development journeys and it's road to Kickstarter. Topics Discussed and Key Crowdfunding Takeaways Daniel Ekstam's background as a lighting technician and the inspiration behind ZEEKSACK How Daniel determined what features to included in ZEEKSACK's final design The challenges that came with sourcing and manufacturing ZEEKSACKHow the ZEEKSAK team prepared their marketing materials to launch on KickstarterThe biggest takeaway throughout the entire crowdfunding process Links ZEEKSACK ZEEKSACK on Kickstarter Sponsors Art of the Kickstart is honored to be sponsored by The Gadget Flow, a product discovery platform that helps you discover, save, and buy awesome products. The Gadget Flow is the ultimate buyer's guide for cool luxury gadgets and creative gifts. Click here to learn more and list your product - use coupon code ATOKK16 for 20% off! Transcript

Alex and Dale join Dan who is flying solo to give us an in depth look at the current kickstarter campaign and if you are not yet pledged, why not?If you are interested go to https://tinyurl.com/ThePhantomBoardGameTo find out more go to https://www.chroniclechamber.com/single-post/2019/03/28/The-Phantom-Board-Game-has-been-KickstartedTo watch the game go to https://youtu.be/n-MpSz-aJUUCampaign topics we touch upon are:EU friendly postageHow often they check the kickstarterThe progress of the kickstarterTPB of the Red Dragon sagaSpecial Features of the game in the TPBThe evolution of the gameMechanics and game style of the gameThe rules of the gameThe Kid Phantom solo story line to the game (stretch goal)The unnamed villain for the Kid Phantom solo game playStretch goalsThe game pieces miniatures and the processes including who posed for GuranAlex's and Dale's favourite parts of the gameThe initial 'game off' between the Chronicle Chamber crew. For the record Jermayn won.The Treasure of Drakon now on BGG (Board Game Geek)Check out Jamie Johnson's art he shares on social mediaHow you can promote the Kickstarter campaign yourselfhttps://tinyurl.com/ThePhantomBoardGameHashtag #PhantomBoardGame and #BGGSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/chroniclechamber)

The (chem)trail of Ivan Meštrović's missing bow and spear lead the team to the Field Museum. Unfortunately, stealth is not a strong point-- consequently, ancient magic and (comparatively) modern guards are determined the party's limbs be emanicipated from their bodies.Tabletalk The Gharbad ExperienceSix Feats Under presents: Strike!Strike!'s KickstarterThe original Strike! playtest thread on SomethingAwful (may require an account)Support us on Patreon!Check out video sessions on our YouTube and Wolfshirt's YouTube!Contact: sixfeatsunder@gmail.comTwitterTumblrSomethingAwful

In the near future, all conspiracy theories are revealed to be true, except for those which were incorrect in favor of even stranger ones. Introducing in this bizarre new world the Chicago Irregulars: Adam Smasher (Ikks), son of the devil J.D. (Drakkel), Laika the Space Dog (Gharbad), Providence (Panzer Skank), and special guest, creator of Strike! Jim McGarva as secret lizardman Johnny Reptowski.Six Feats Under presents: Strike!Strike!'s KickstarterThe original Strike! playtest thread on SomethingAwful (may require an account)Support us on Patreon!Check out video sessions on our YouTube and Wolfshirt's YouTube!Contact: sixfeatsunder@gmail.comTwitterTumblrSomethingAwful

Strike! is an RPG that refines D&D, Burning Wheel, Mouse Guard, 13th Age and more down to a simple, fast formula. Ironicus and company discuss the process of effectively designing from such influences with Strike! creator Jim McGarva.Six Feats Under presents: Strike!Strike!'s KickstarterThe original Strike! playtest thread on SomethingAwful (may require an account)"The Fantasy Heartbreaker" by Ron EdwardsSupport us on Patreon!Check out video sessions on our YouTube and Wolfshirt's YouTube!Contact: sixfeatsunder@gmail.comTwitterTumblrSomethingAwful