How to Boost Poor Tokenomics: A Creator's Action Guide
Poor tokenomics can sink a project before it starts. This guide provides a concrete framework for crypto creators to identify weak token structures and rebuild them for long-term success. We focus on sustainable revenue, fair distribution, and holder incentives that actually work.
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The Problem
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What Exactly Is 'Poor Tokenomics'?
It's more than just a big number. It's a broken system.
In the context of Solana token launches, 'poor tokenomics' isn't just about total supply. It's a flawed economic model that fails to provide value for creators, holders, and the project's future. The most common failing model is the 'zero-fee' approach popularized by some launchpads.
This model charges creators 0% on trades. While it sounds attractive, it creates critical problems:
- Zero Project Revenue: Creators have no built-in, sustainable income from their own token's activity.
- No Holder Incentives: There's no mechanism to reward long-term supporters, leading to quick flips.
- Post-Launch Abandonment: Once the token 'graduates,' the creator's connection to its trading revenue often ends.
Poor tokenomics is a short-term strategy that sacrifices long-term viability. It forces creators to rely on hype, manual shilling, or selling their own initial supply to fund development.
The 4-Step Framework to Fix Poor Tokenomics
Boosting poor tokenomics requires a structured rebuild. Follow these four concrete steps to create a sustainable model.
Step 1: Implement a Fair, Transparent Trading Fee
Replace the 0% model with a small, justified fee. A 0.30% fee on all trades is low enough not to deter trading but provides a consistent revenue stream. For example, a token with $1M in daily volume generates $3,000 daily for the project treasury. This funds marketing, development, and liquidity without the creator needing to sell tokens.
Step 2: Build in Automatic Holder Rewards
Allocate a portion of the trading fee directly back to holders. Using the same 0.30% model, you can direct 0.30% of every trade to be distributed proportionally among all token holders. This creates a real 'reflection' or reward mechanism, encouraging holding over quick selling.
Step 3: Secure Long-Term Revenue with Token-2022
Plan for the future. Use a launchpad that supports the Solana Token-2022 standard, which allows for permanent transfer fees. This means after your token graduates from the launchpad, a small fee (e.g., 1%) can be programmed into the token itself on every transfer, providing perpetual funding.
Step 4: Reallocate Saved Resources
Don't waste capital on basics. Use a platform with a built-in AI website builder. Saving $29-99 per month on web hosting and tools lets you reinvest that money into community events, content creation, or deeper liquidity pools.
Poor vs. Boosted Tokenomics: A Direct Comparison
The numbers don't lie. See the difference a structured model makes.
Let's compare the outcomes of a typical poor tokenomics model versus a boosted one, using a token with $500,000 in total trade volume over its first month.
| Metric | Poor Tokenomics (0% Model) | Boosted Tokenomics (0.30%/0.30% Model) |
|---|---|---|
| Creator Revenue | $0. No funding from trading. | $1,500. Directly funds the project. |
| Holder Rewards Distributed | $0. No incentive to hold. | $1,500. Automatically shared among holders. |
| Post-Launch Fee Potential | None. Connection to token often ends. | 1% perpetual fee via Token-2022. |
| Monthly Website Cost | $29 - $99 (external builder). | $0 (included AI builder). |
| Result for Creator | Must sell personal tokens or seek external funding. | Has sustainable revenue from day one. |
| Result for Holder | Purely speculative; incentive is to sell first. | Earns passive rewards for holding; aligned interest. |
This comparison shows how small, fair percentages transform the economic alignment of a project.
Verdict: Why Spawned's Model Solves Poor Tokenomics
For creators serious about fixing poor tokenomics, Spawned.com provides the built-in tools to execute the 'boost' framework from day one.
Our structure directly addresses the core failures:
- Creator Revenue: 0.30% fee on every trade funds your project.
- Holder Rewards: 0.30% fee on every trade is distributed to holders, creating a sticky community.
- Long-Term Security: Post-graduation, the Token-2022 standard enables a 1% perpetual transfer fee, securing your project's future.
- Cost Efficiency: The integrated AI website builder eliminates a recurring $29-99 monthly expense.
While platforms with a 0% fee model might seem cheaper initially, they offload the entire burden of sustainability onto you. Spawned's model is designed for growth, not just launch. The minimal 0.1 SOL launch fee (~$20) is quickly offset by the saved website costs and the immediate revenue stream.
For a practical application, see how this model works for specific niches: How to launch a gaming token on Solana.
5 Common Mistakes When Trying to Fix Tokenomics
Knowing what not to do is half the battle.
Even with good intentions, creators can stumble. Avoid these pitfalls when rebuilding your token's economics.
- Setting Fees Too High: Greed kills momentum. A 5% or 10% tax is punitive and will drive away traders. Stick to sub-1% fees for trading; they add up through volume without being a barrier.
- Ignoring Holder Rewards: A fee that only benefits the creator is extractive. Always pair a creator fee with a holder reward. This builds a community of stakeholders, not just spectators.
- No Long-Term Plan: Only planning for the launchpad phase. Ensure your launchpad supports Token-2022 so you can implement a sustainable, on-chain fee after graduation.
- Wasting Capital on Tools: Spending hundreds on website builders, bot protection, and basic utilities drains your treasury. Use a platform that bundles these essentials.
- Overcomplicating the Model: Complex vesting schedules, multi-tiered fees, and confusing mechanics erode trust. Transparency and simplicity are key. A clear 0.30%/0.30% split is easily understood and verified.
Ready to Boost Your Token's Economics?
Stop struggling with a token model that doesn't support you or your community. Spawned gives you the framework to launch with sustainable economics from the first trade.
Launch with confidence:
- Fair Fees: 0.30% for you, 0.30% for your holders.
- Future-Proof: 1% perpetual fees post-graduation with Token-2022.
- All-in-One Toolset: AI website builder included, saving you cash monthly.
- Low Barrier: Start for just 0.1 SOL.
Build a token designed for longevity, not just a pump. Begin your launch on Spawned and turn poor tokenomics into your project's strongest asset.
For more on creating tokens in different ecosystems, explore our guides: How to create a gaming token on Ethereum or How to create a gaming token on Base.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. This fee is minimal and standard across many established DeFi platforms. For a $100 trade, the fee is just 30 cents. Traders are accustomed to fees for value. The key is transparency—clearly communicating that this small fee directly funds project development and rewards holders creates a positive value proposition, not a deterrent.
The rewards are distributed automatically and proportionally to all token holders in real-time. If you hold 1% of the total token supply, you receive 1% of the 0.30% reward pool from every single trade. This happens on-chain, requiring no manual claims, making holding genuinely passive and rewarding.
Token-2022 is an upgraded token standard on Solana. It allows for native, immutable features like transfer fees to be baked directly into the token's program. When your token graduates from Spawned, you can enable a permanent 1% fee on all transfers. This fee is unstoppable and provides continuous revenue, unlike older models where fees stop after leaving a launchpad.
Yes. Unlike other launchpads that charge extra for essential tools or require you to use external services, Spawned includes a functional AI website builder at no additional cost. This saves creators between $29 and $99 per month typically spent on services like Wix, Squarespace, or Webflow, allowing you to allocate that capital to more critical areas like marketing.
It is extremely difficult and damaging to try. Changing core tokenomics like fees and rewards after launch often requires a full token migration (a risky and complex process) or is simply impossible. It also severely damages community trust. Starting with a strong, fair model from day one is the only reliable strategy for long-term success.
A 0% fee model is a marketing gimmick that benefits short-term flippers, not builders. It provides zero sustainable revenue, forcing creators to exit liquidity or sell their own tokens to fund the project. Our 0.30%/0.30% model funds the project and rewards the community simultaneously, aligning everyone's incentives for organic, sustained growth.
You need 0.1 SOL (approximately $20) for the launch fee and enough SOL to cover the token creation and initial liquidity pool deposit (typically a small amount). The integrated tools mean you don't need extra budget for a website or basic utilities. It's designed to be accessible for creators at any level.
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