Pitching Investors: Page 9

Fundraising

Why Talking to Media Is a Crash Course on Pitching to Angel Investors

Here's how to use media interviews to learn and prepare for the tough investor questions

Fundraising

5 Ideas You Should Steal From Uber's 2008 Pitch Deck

The rideshare unicorn's first PowerPoint has many clues for pitching in an unstable economy.

Fundraising

Valuable Lessons from 'Shark Tank' for Entrepreneurs

The television reality show is a crash course in business and entrepreneurship.

Business Plans

Why Your Business Plan's First Draft Is Terrible

Revisions are where the magic happens. Here's how.

Fundraising

4 Ways to Generate Investor Interest, Even When Funds Are Scarce

Bad timing, poor relationship quality and lack of vigilance can thwart efforts to secure funds. Be proactive and win investors.

Buying / Investing in Business

Thinking of Pitching Your New Business on Shark Tank? 5 Things to Consider Before You Take the Leap.

While the limelight may be tempting, securing a spot on the show is still a long way from guaranteeing success.

Fundraising

Telling Your Startup Story: 4 Expert Tips to Create the Perfect Investor Pitch for Your New Business

Your pitch has to persuade people that your startup is going to be successful, but also that you're the one who will take it there.

Growing a Business

New Pro Rules of Emailing a High Value Person

Make it as easy as possible for them to simply say, "Yes."

Business News

How to Email an Investor You've Never Met -- and Get a Response!

Learn how to write impactful emails that save time and get results.

Thought Leaders

Make Your Next Pitch Instantly More Compelling By Using This One Philosopher's Framework

Grice's maxims are the difference between boring small talk and electrifying conversation.

Operations & Logistics

A VC's Advice for Raising Capital Post-Covid

Fundraising is forever changed. But you can still succeed.

News and Trends

STEP Conference Goes Virtual With STEP Anywhere 2020

Set to be held on August 24, 25, and 26, the full-fledged online conference will play host to talks and panels, workshops, virtual networking rooms, virtual exhibition areas, and an Online Startup Basecamp.

Fundraising

Free Webinar: Start Up Fundamentals, Raising Capital 101

Learn core strategies for successfully raising capital along with timely tactics to help you succeed when you need it most.

Thought Leaders

7 Tips for Early Stage Fundraising From a Venture Capitalist

Pitching investors is a nuanced process.