Pitch-Perfect Pitch Training
Background
Are you feeling the pinch? Funding for your business opportunity is getting harder and harder. VCs are scrutinizing opportunities more than ever before. If your pitch isn't up to snuff, you won't be getting the backing you deserve and desire to make your business succeed.
I see negotiations as an honest attempt to reach a deal that's great for everyone at the table. But sometimes, for whatever reason, that's impossible. You need to accept that possibility--don't make a deal for the sake of making a deal. If you do, chances are it will fall apart later anyway, with costs and headaches for everyone involved. And once you walk away, don't come back.
-Kevin O'Leary
Fewer Funds Available
VC fundraising activity slowed to prepandemic levels, with the 2023 full-year figure landing at $66.9 billion across 474 funds.
Source: National Venture Capital Association.
Dwindling Exits
2023 annual exit activity, culminated in just $61.5 billion across an estimated 1,129 exit events.
Source: National Venture Capital Association.
Declining Value
Deal value continued its descent from historic levels, with just $170.6 billion invested across the year to 15,766 U.S. startups in 2023, a drop of $71.6 billion from 2022.
Source: National Venture Capital Association.
A brilliant idea doesn't guarantee a successful invention. Real magic comes from a brilliant idea combined with willpower, tenacity, and a willingness to make mistakes.
-Lori GreinerProgram Introduction
In order to secure funding and receive the support your business needs, you need a Pitch-Perfect Pitch.Â
As a proud member of Alloy Growth Lab's Morning Mentoring team, I listen to and scrutinize pitches every week.
This program is based on my experience to help you create your own Pitch-Perfect Pitch so you can be confident that you have shot your best shot with each and every presentation.
The following outlines the program. Along with this content, you will also receive mentoring on what you should focus on in your pitch, feedback on your pitch deck, and coaching to help prepare your mindset for the final pitch.
Every week you will have homework exercises to complete to help fine-tune and focus your pitch for the final presentation.
This isn't just a series of videos you go through on your own. You will be guided hands-on in person the entire way.
If you can't explain it to a six year old, you don't understand it yourself.
-Albert Einstein
Week 1 - The Problem
Clearly define the problem you are solving.
Demonstrate the size and potential of the market you are targeting.
Articulate the emotional reactions you are trying to elicit from your audience.
Week 2 - The Solution
Explain your product or service in a way that is easy to understand and emphasizes its unique value proposition.
Introduce your team and highlight their expertise and experience.
Week 3 - The Business
Clearly state how much funding you're looking for and how you will use the money.
Articulate the people who are helping you and the expertise they bring to the table.
Define your target market.
Review competitors in the space and what sets you apart.
Clearly demonstrate your revenue model.
Week 4 - The Final Pitch
Polished presentation, ready for any questions from potential investors.
Add a sprinkle of confidence.
And wrap it up with a well-organized pitch-deck that is easy to read and understand by anyone.
Are You Ready?
Schedule your free consultation now if you are ready to level-up and create your Pitch-Perfect Pitch.