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Raise your hand if you’ve ever pitched to investors who stared blankly like you were speaking Klingon.

Raise your hand if you’ve ever pitched to investors who stared blankly like you were speaking Klingon.

By: A Staff Writer

Updated on: Jul 30, 2024

Raise your hand if you've ever pitched to investors who stared blankly like you were speaking Klingon.

Raise your hand if you’ve ever poured your heart and soul into an investor pitch, only to be met with blank stares and awkward silences 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ It’s like explaining rocket science to toddlers. Talk about deflating!

Pitching can be tough, especially when your audience doesn’t understand your industry or vision.

It’s not always about you: Sometimes investors simply aren’t the right fit for your business.

Do This, Instead:

  • Know your audience: Research the investors you’re pitching to – their interests and investment thesis.
  • Simplify your message: Avoid jargon and focus on the problem you solve and the market opportunity.
  • Practice, practice, practice: Get feedback from mentors or advisors to refine your pitch.
  • Don’t give up: Rejections are part of the game. Learn from each pitch and keep improving!

Share your most cringe-worthy investor pitch moment! We’ve all been there… 😅

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