Category: Presenting
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Jargon is Killing Your Marketing! Please Stop!
It doesn’t matter whether you’re amongst marketing peers or non-marketing people, cut the unnecessary use of jargon. While brevity does have its utility in certain situations, that’s hardly the case.
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10 Proven Tips for Timing Your Presentations
Giving a presentation is a common task for many professionals, whether it be in the classroom, at a conference, or in a business setting. The ability to effectively communicate and present information is a vital skill that can make or break a career. One of the most important elements of a successful presentation is timing.…
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Unleashing the Power of Sticky Storytelling in Learning
Take a peek into the average class room and you’ll tend to see one thing in common. Students that are inattentive, struggling to stay focused. Their eyes glazed over as they stare blankly at the teacher, their minds wandering to other things. This is a common problem faced by educators everywhere, but what if there…
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When Does Pitching Become Fraud? Lessons From Theranos
Elizabeth Holmes was one of the most popular figures in the VC ecosystem in 2014. Having dropped out of Stanford, she was famously known for using her tuition funds to start Theranos, a biotech startup that could supposedly perform hundreds of tests from a single drop of blood. Something that was impossible to do (and…
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Pitch Perfect: How a Pitch Deck Audit and Checklist Can Help Your Startup Secure Funding
A pitch deck is an essential tool for an early-stage startup because it is frequently used to secure investor funding. A pitch deck is a visual presentation that provides an overview of a company’s operations, including its problem, solution, market and industry, business model, traction, team, financial projections, and investment request.
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Pitch Like a Pro: Unleash the Secrets of Crafting a Winning Startup Pitch Deck that Gets Funded
Are you a startup founder looking to secure funding from investors? Your pitch deck is the key to success. But with so much at stake, you need to go beyond the basics and unleash the secrets of crafting a winning startup pitch deck that stands out and gets funded. In this ultimate guide, we’ll dive…
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Why Researching Your Audience Is Crucial Before Pitching and How to Do It
Before crafting and delivering your pitch, it’s essential to understand your audience. Knowing who you’re pitching to and what they’re looking for in a startup can help you tailor your message and increase your chances of success. In this article, we’ll explore the different types of investors and what they are looking for in a…
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Pitch Perfect: 10 Essential Startup Pitch Deck Tips for Skyrocketing Success
As a startup founder, securing funding is a critical step towards turning your entrepreneurial vision into reality. A well-crafted pitch deck is your chance to impress potential investors and convince them to invest in your startup. But with so much competition in the startup ecosystem, how do you create a pitch deck that stands out…
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How to Reduce Text on Your PowerPoint Presentation?
If you’ve received comments on how dry and boring your presentations are and how your audience is suffering from “death by PowerPoint”, it may be time to listen up. Are you stuffing content into your slides? Making it look like your audience doesn’t know how to read and you’re there reading them their bedtime story?…
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The Art of Pitching: Mastering the Key Elements for a Successful Start-Up Pitch
A pitch is a crucial moment for any entrepreneur looking to secure funding, partnerships, or investment. A successful pitch can make or break a business idea, and it’s essential to put your best foot forward.