WeCube Updates:

[JackJack13]

Guys, In the beginning of this whole thing we said we were here to aid/help cubers get sponsored by other companies. We are not sponsoring them just mentoring them. I feel as though we have done that. I am NOT taking credit for the hard work Micah and Owen have put in since February.
They have earned this and I posted about this to congratulate them and let others know we have open spots. So lets stop criticizing peoples word choices and technicalities and move on by saying good job Micah and good job Owen. Everyone at WeCube wishes you the best and we hope to join you (Being Sponsored) soon weather it be by SpeedCubing.org or other. And yes I know my grammar sucks....

 

[JackJack13]

The wecube away comp has started

 

[Username: Username:]

why does everyone want to be sponsored? let's say that EVERYONE is sponsored, then where's the standard freedom that user/buyer has, when they are pressured by the company they are sponsored with?!

if you want to be sponsored, apply only if you like the brand or you want to support the brand.

 

[Zain_A24]

If you want to be sponsored, apply only if you like the brand or you want to support the brand.

I agree. Sponsorships are mutually beneficial, meaning both parties help each other out. If the sponsoree does not naturally have that enthusiasm for a company and cannot actively and truly engage and provide the company with natural traffic and sales then it is not a true sponsorship.

 

[cuber314159]

why does everyone want to be sponsored? let's say that EVERYONE is sponsored, then where's the standard freedom that user/buyer has, when they are pressured by the company they are sponsored with?!

if you want to be sponsored, apply only if you like the brand or you want to support the brand.

sadly people want free cubes, we get sponsorship requests from people who are really slow, I can only imagine how many requests the bigger cube stores get, it must get really annoying. I think at some point I will make a video about sponsorships.

 

[Zain_A24]

sadly people want free cubes, we get sponsorship requests from people who are really slow, I can only imagine how many requests the bigger cube stores get, it must get really annoying. I think at some point I will make a video about sponsorships.

Just to clarify, you do not need to be fast to be sponsored. Of course it depends on the company, but speed is not a limiting factor. Take myself for example, barely sub 20 on 3x3, still developing on 4x4 and 5x5. I will be writing an article to help people out and give some insight into the sponsoring process.

I agree there is a staggering number of people that blatantly ask for free cubes in the hopes of the unlikely event of companies sending them.

Anyone can get sponsored, it's about selling your skills and showing self-confidence.

 

[cuber314159]

Just to clarify, you do not need to be fast to be sponsored. Of course it depends on the company, but speed is not a limiting factor. Take myself for example, barely sub 20 on 3x3, still developing on 4x4 and 5x5. I will be writing an article to help people out and give some insight into the sponsoring process.

I agree there is a staggering number of people that blatantly ask for free cubes in the hopes of the unlikely event of companies sending them.

Anyone can get sponsored, it's about selling your skills and showing self-confidence.

Oh yes, you don't have to be fast but you have to have something to offer, like your good cube reviews, or good youtube content. dailypuzzles said in their video about sponsorships that they require about 750 views per cubing video to justify sending out one cube to a sponsor, and that is probably about right. I think we are going to be looking into our sponsorship form and agreement soon, and change it quite a bit. Anyway, how are you sponsored by two cube stores?

 

[Zain_A24]

Oh yes, you don't have to be fast but you have to have something to offer, like your good cube reviews, or good youtube content. dailypuzzles said in their video about sponsorships that they require about 750 views per cubing video to justify sending out one cube to a sponsor, and that is probably about right. I think we are going to be looking into our sponsorship form and agreement soon, and change it quite a bit. Anyway, how are you sponsored by two cube stores?

The markets of both companies do not clash, being on opposite sides of the world, so I am not providing conflict of interest. I will be collaborating with TheCubicle very soon in addition, and I was very open with my current relationships and experience.

I'm actually working with 4. All addressing different continents and markets. If I was to work for speedcubing.org for example, that would produce a conflict of interest since it is a competing business.

I'd be happy to share my experience and guidance on sponsorships, and I am entirely open to PMs if someone is looking for tips and tricks.

 

[kubesolver]

the free cubes that everyone seems to want from a sponsorship simply isn't feasible

Yes, I agree that sending free cube to everyone who asks is not feasible, and I can imagine you might be getting too many such requests.
But I think if you SPONSOR someone then sending him/her cubes is the minimum you should do.
"I can't give everyone free cubes" means the same as "I can't sponsor everyone" and I think it's a very fair thing to say.

 

[Zain_A24]

Yes, I agree that sending free cube to everyone who asks is not feasible, and I can imagine you might be getting too many such requests.
But I think if you SPONSOR someone then sending him/her cubes is the minimum you should do.
"I can't give everyone free cubes" means the same as "I can't sponsor everyone" and I think it's a very fair thing to say.

I think it varies depending on who is being sponsored. But in the most part, sending free cubes is a must. Depending on if they provide a certain return on investment, there could be a budget cap or frequency. For example, sponsorees that get more people to the store would receive cubes more frequently, and those in early stages will still appreciate receiving the occasional budget cube to create engaging content..

 

[cuber314159]

Yes, I agree that sending free cube to everyone who asks is not feasible, and I can imagine you might be getting too many such requests.
But I think if you SPONSOR someone then sending him/her cubes is the minimum you should do.
"I can't give everyone free cubes" means the same as "I can't sponsor everyone" and I think it's a very fair thing to say.

I think it's also fair to offer a commission for discount code use and discount on cubes, if people choose to spend their commission on new cubes then they can. This eliminates the risk to the business that is taken when sending out free cubes to people.

 

[AlphaCuber is awesome]

Yes, I agree that sending free cube to everyone who asks is not feasible, and I can imagine you might be getting too many such requests.
But I think if you SPONSOR someone then sending him/her cubes is the minimum you should do.
"I can't give everyone free cubes" means the same as "I can't sponsor everyone" and I think it's a very fair thing to say.

it depends on the store for example the cubicle have the resources to send out lots of cubes to lots of people whereas we at Speedcubing.org do not have these resources, as such we can only send out cubes when we know we are going to make some sales as a result otherwise it simply isn't worth it compared to making sure we have the money to keep stock of major cubes and get new cube releases.

 

[Zain_A24]

it depends on the store for example the cubicle have the resources to send out lots of cubes to lots of people whereas we at Speedcubing.org do not have these resources, as such we can only send out cubes when we know we are going to make some sales as a result otherwise it simply isn't worth it compared to making sure we have the money to keep stock of major cubes and get new cube releases.

I think it's also fair to offer a commission for discount code use and discount on cubes, if people choose to spend their commission on new cubes then they can. This eliminates the risk to the business that is taken when sending out free cubes to people.

Indeed. Glad to see the smaller companies are still doing what they can to help support the cubing community.

 

[LNBFilms]

Try to guess [mention]JackJack13 [/mention]and I are up to! You will find out soon #WeCube

 

[JackJack13]

hmmm I wonder..

 

[ProStar]

You're recording a promotional video.

Either that or a video for a fundraiser with the goal of getting Jack shoes

 

[JackJack13]

You're recording a promotional video.

Either that or a video for a fundraiser with the goal of getting Jack shoes

Sent from my house

 

[WeCubeUSA]

Hello, guys and gals of SpeedSolving Forum, It is Jack Koets and Lukas Batema here, with an important announcement from our new account, the business account for WeCube. Look out for new announcements to WeCube, as the revamped version will allow everyone to join. Remember to stay hype and keep an open mind.

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[LukasCubes]

for those of yall confused, I AM NOT LUKAS BATEMA. I do understand my name also is Lukas but im not Lukas Batema. That aint my name. Just sayin.

 

[Zubin Park]

for those of yall confused, I AM NOT LUKAS BATEMA. I do understand my name also is Lukas but im not Lukas Batema. That aint my name. Just sayin.

Yeah duh, not expecting a 14 year old immature kid to be Lukas Batema lol