Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 25, 2013

They pitched on a Wednesday. And still able to make it out to LA networking events. It’s something you’d imagine working best on a tablet where the parents take digital assets (think: photos & stickers) and engage with their children in story telling, arts-and-crafts, scrap-booking and the like. Well, sort of.

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Revolution

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Where to go: Book a room at the 21c Cincinnati for an artful stay, explore the country’s glowing commercial history at the American Sign Museum, and catch a Bearcats game at the University of Cincinnati’s Nippert Stadium. Catch insights from Steve and a recap of the pitch competition. Read highlights from the annual meeting.

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This is going to be BIG.

OCTOBER 12, 2011

I followed her writing and bought her AOL book back in 1999. When someone comes in to pitch me, I always ask them to tell me the "origin story". Call it simplistic and naive, but being who you are, in my book, is always a winning strategy. I even got her to come speak at Fordham while I was still in college.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 5, 2014

She told of the teaching of the Talmud – a book which scholars use to debate doctrine and from which Jewish people are reminded to always learn and to debate. I often hear pitches and think to myself, “that sounds plausible” but I nearly always start with the position that I’m not sure.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 1, 2009

This is one book-end of the cycle. Notice that I didn’t say “social networking.” Much like iPhone is the only mobile platform in town, Facebook is the only “closed network” social networking platform in town. million even before the demo day to help you integrate your social network with dating ambitions.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 15, 2023

You need a solid business plan, traction to demonstrate market fit, and the skills to pitch effectively. Don’t neglect ongoing investor relations “A lot of startup founders think that the only way investors will respond favorably is if they provide their best pitch on first contact,” said Mohammadi.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

CEOs may resonate with a higher-end content strategy such as white papers, books, or even a branded podcast. Seriously, think about the differences as you create marketing plans that will help you get in front of the right audience. It’s critical to set yourself apart from the competition.

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David Teten VC

JULY 27, 2021

I have been researching this both to support Versatile VC ’s portfolio companies and also as part of research for my new book, To University and Beyond: Launch Your Career in High Gear. In my book, I collects all the best scholarships, fellowships, and other programs for high-achieving young people. . 1) Your school.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 3, 2021

In MyEO groups, you can: • Gather a group for a poker night • Sail with EO members in the Caribbean Sea • Learn how to write and publish a book • Enjoy a whiskey-tasting tour • Learn and share industry-specific knowledge. With 568 MyEO interest and industry groups in the EO network database, there is truly something for everyone.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 6, 2020

In addition to developing Urban Betty , a successful salon with two locations, Neff also created an app for stylists , produced a book about homes in Austin, Texas, and even reached the Inc. You also have an impressive array of side projects—from books and apps to philanthropic and environmental initiatives. 5000 list twice! .

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This is going to be BIG.

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

I did it because I had gotten into a daily habit of writing working on a book for college students. It’s a little thing that can change momentum when you get a tough pitch to hit. It’s the same when you’re out at a networking event or on an interview and wish you had something more thoughtful to say.

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Dream It

DECEMBER 10, 2020

However, don’t forget that most likely, angels you’re pitching to want to offer their best advice and be part of your journey to success and changing the landscape of an industry. Jason did not have the network to raise a friends & family round when he launched his first company. Angels want to be affiliated with winning teams.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 23, 2021

A Startup Exhibitor Package lets you showcase your tech, build your network and expand your opportunities for growth and success. Virtual booth space: Display your pitch deck, host a video display and demo your products. Bring your team and increase your networking opportunities. Video on-demand: No FOMO for you.

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TechCrunch

JULY 13, 2022

What it does: Decentralized order book for loans. The pitch: Lulo is a DeFi lending infrastructure that aims to utilize order book technology to create a global liquidity layer in a permissionless way. The pitch: The NFT market has exploded and the communities surrounding them have flourished, co-founder Chris Tam said.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

MARCH 24, 2020

To celebrate Fatima’s work promoting financial literacy and wellness, the YLAI Network asked her a few questions about her journey to entrepreneurship. The YLAI Fellowship and Network have helped me achieve my mission by: Broadening my horizons. From very young, I was inspired to be an entrepreneur and to do great things.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 1, 2022

For decades, there were several blocks where angels and VC partners camped out at café tables, taking pitches between lattes. To cut through the noise, he recommends that founders create a “teaser trailer” to share with their network before they begin approaching angels and VCs. How to make a teaser trailer for your startup pitch.

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StartupNation

DECEMBER 24, 2021

What I’ve found in the research for my new book, “ Reach ,” is that a key blind spot for many entrepreneurs has to do with perhaps the most important reinvention necessary to make their business successful: reinventing themselves. “Reach” is available now wherever fine books are sold and at StartupNation.com.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 4, 2023

In an excerpt from her new book “Breaking into Venture,” SemperVirens General Partner Allison Baum Gates revisits her early days as an investor, when establishing deal flow and networking were skills she’d yet to acquire. “I want to tell a compelling thing at my own pace. ” Do you need a deck to raise from VCs?

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 8, 2021

” They left Rise, which became a customer, with other current users including Wanderlust, Ibiza Rocks, Global Cycle Network, Untravelled Paths and Envision Festival. “We see that as a major opportunity, giving creators the chance to get inventory from elsewhere and push theirs out to other places.”

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Dream It

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

This can result in loss of data, blocked network traffic, or configuration changes that could be detrimental to an organization. Remember, most CISOs detest typical sales-oriented pitches. By Alana Hill , Securetech Associate at Dreamit Ventures Book Office Hours with the Securetech team.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 9, 2019

I hear way too many entrepreneurs pitch stuff that I don’t understand—and I’m sure they don’t understand either. If you are feeling stuck in the current paradigm (don’t fret, I was there, too), may I suggest reading Cal Newport’s book, Digital Minimalism ? Words to live—and learn—by. It is not complicated. We need to stand out.

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This is going to be BIG.

JULY 8, 2019

Being unwilling to listen to that is foolish, because it’s good information—and it’s networking 101. but in the end you should know exactly who your best few hundred (or more) potential networking leads are, and follow them. Can you imagine them talking about it later at a networking event?

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Gust

SEPTEMBER 27, 2014

A download link is sent to you automatically by Gust once you create your profile, and the book is exactly what it says. At the very least, answer ALL the profile questions, include your company’s logo, create a two-minute elevator pitch video and upload your presentation deck.

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Jason Malki

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Use Your Networks One of the best ways to get VC funding is to use your networks. There’s no point in trying to pitch a healthtech startup to a VC firm that exclusively invests in fintech companies. The more intel you have going into your pitch meeting, the better. Here are a few tips. And who knows?

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 8, 2021

million in seed funding for its platform that simplifies the booking process for podcasts. Founder and CEO Travis Chappell said users can go on the platform and book guests for their shows at the click of a button in all kinds of topics and with shows big or small. He launched Guestio in 2020 as a booking marketplace.

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Angel Capital Association

JULY 23, 2020

Or, do you have additional advice for founders who pitch to your group? I answer more questions and provide more coaching about investor pitches than anything else. The first step in that process is a pitch, and getting it right is essential to the future of your business. Moat, defensible IP, network effects, etc.

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NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Read books, listen to podcasts, pay for courses you think will be beneficial, have a coach or mentor, listen to others who have more experience, watch videos, train your mind, and go to networking events. If you’re a B2B business, go pitch your target audience before you have a product and validate what will make them say yes.

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Revolution

MAY 21, 2019

At the end of each tour day, we hosted a pitch competition where a local startup received a $100,000 investment from Revolution’s Rise of the Rest Seed Fund. For the pitch competitions in Orlando, Tampa Bay, Miami, and Puerto Rico, innovative startups based within a 100-mile radius of a tour stop were invited to apply.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Mentors are immensely helpful, but they’re not a requirement: We run articles regularly that explain how to create pitch decks and reach out to investors. Most of them are so open to pitches, they’ve provided their contact information below. How can someone without a network stand out from the crowd?

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StartupNation

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Inevitably, his side hustles flowed from curiosity and generosity, and from his network, especially his co-working hub. “I He read a New York Times article on the adult coloring book craze, and thought, “I could do this. That included the ideal platform to make it a subscription business, the right tool to create the coloring books.

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Feedough

DECEMBER 21, 2020

But fret not, we’ve listed down the eight biggest fundraising mistakes that you need to be wary of while approaching the investors, pitching to them, and signing contracts. Substandard Pitch Decks. A prominent mistake entrepreneurs make is by not focusing much on the pitch deck. Assuming Valuations And Demands.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 15, 2021

The idea for the b2b product is to automate the time-consuming and expensive process of sales outreach, including locating and pitching leads, as well as to offer tools to streamline and enhance initial sales meetings. LinkedIn is a personal network, and most business interactions usually happen, and more effective on a business email.”

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StartupNation

JANUARY 31, 2021

Or you can pitch yourself as a workshop guest to the owner of a popular Facebook group or YouTube show. Think of this as a networking opportunity and a way to grow your referral network. As a copywriter, I’ve collaborated with other copywriters for visibility opportunities dozens of times. Publicity is important.

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TechCrunch

MAY 26, 2022

What it does: A marketplace to book short-term space rentals for corporate events, meetings and productions. The pitch: Spathios says it’s a marketplace to book short-term venues and spaces. It also says it allows multiple stakeholders to manage bookings, collaborate across teams and simplify their accounting.

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Berkonomics

JUNE 26, 2014

Order all 3 Berkonomics books for $49.95,a So how an angel responds to your pitch depends upon his or her background. Networking events are great starting points. The result of these surveys over time is universally the same. a 33% discount. www.berkus.com. Connecting with these people often requires a bit of effort.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 31, 2021

Today, 189 companies will pitch, while the rest will pitch tomorrow. Mecho Autotech has created a network of vetted mechanics, and via an app, car owners can book and pay for their services. The countries with the most representatives (aside from the U.S.) include India, with 33 startups; the U.K., Odiggo (Egypt).

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Paul G. Silva

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Greg Satell was interviewed on the You Are Not So Smart podcast (excellent, highly recommended) about his book Cascades. Its the Network, Stupid For me the author did a great job of expanding on an idea I first learned from Seth Godin’s book Idea Virus , more than 20 years ago: it is all about the network.

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