The 11 Slides You Need to Have in Your Pitch Deck [Updated for 2018]
An impressive pitch deck is a key part of your fundraising toolkit. Use this detailed guide to figure out exactly what you need to include in your pitch deck to get the attention of investors.
7 Reasons to Create a One-Page Pitch Before You Plan [Updated for 2018]
Writing a business plan? Do this first. Here's why you should create a one-page pitch to develop your business strategy before you write a detailed business plan.
4 Pillars to Nailing Your Investor Pitch
Sometimes investment pitches don’t work out because the businesses themselves aren’t as solid as they should be. The reason? They’re missing one of these four pillars needed to win investment.
How to Pitch to Investors in 10 Minutes and Get Funded
Sometimes you only get 10 minutes to pitch your business idea to investors. Here's a pitch format that has worked successfully for both veteran and first-time startup CEOs to secure funding.
The Real Reason You Should Audition for Shark Tank
The chances of making it on Shark Tank are slim indeed. Maybe you’ll be one of the lucky few to make it on the show and land a deal, but the true benefits lie the process of preparing to audition.
5 Ways to Boost Your Entrepreneurial Confidence
What does it take to have enough faith in yourself to execute your business ideas? Here's how to up your confidence as an entrepreneur.
Give the Best Elevator Pitch Ever With a 3,000-Year-Old Technique
You've just unexpectedly bumped into a major investor who could help your business get off the ground. What do you say? Take a cue from Aristotle, and try this persuasive speech technique.
How to Create an Elevator Speech (With Examples)
A great elevator speech can spark interest in your business and hopefully lead to a deeper conversation—and maybe even a partnership or funding opportunity.
