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Practical guides to real-world ad space: how auctions work, what to sell, how to bid, proof, payouts and fees.

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How to deliver proof and get paid

You won an auction — now what? How to receive the brand's logo or item, wear it at the event, post proof and get the money on your Stripe account.
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How to get free festival and concert tickets (legit ways)

Volunteering, street teams, contests — and a new one: wearing a brand's logo at the festival to cover your ticket. What works, what doesn't, and what to avoid.
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How to get sponsored for your marathon (even as an amateur)

A practical guide for amateur runners, triathletes and HYROX athletes: where sponsorship money really comes from and how to sell ad space on your race kit.
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How much to charge for ad space on your shirt, bag or car

There's no price list for ad space on people — but there are clear factors that push the price up or down. How to set a starting price that gets bids.
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How to sell ad space on yourself at an event (step by step)

A step-by-step walkthrough with screenshots: pick an event, describe your spot, mark it on a photo, set the auction and publish your first placement.
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How to set up payouts with Stripe

Connect your Stripe account once and get paid for every auction you win. What to click on IRLSlots, what Stripe will ask you, and how long it takes.
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How to sponsor a real person at a real event

For brands and founders: find a runner, festival-goer or conference attendee, bid on space on their shirt or bag, send your logo and pay only if you win.
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