Entrepreneur Voices On Elevator Pitches

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The Elevator Pitch for Entrepreneurs - Your guide to pitching a product in under 1 minuteAre you often faced with blank, confused stares after explaining "what you do"?Do you find it difficult to convey the benefits of your product, service or company in a concise and engaging manner?When introducing your company/service at business events, do people show less interest than it deserves?Then you're not alone! Summarizing the essence of your work in an elevator pitch is a daunting task for many entrepreneurs. Yet, the ability to precisely communicate your value is essential in any business environment.This book will guide you through each step of crafting a short and effective pitch for any occasion. Discover the elements of an engaging elevator pitch and combine them into a compelling conversation starter!* Understand the POWER of an elevator pitch* Dive into each ELEMENT of an effective elevator pitch* Discover what MOTIVATES your customers* Define your VALUE PROPOSITION* Complete EXERCISES after each chapter* CRAFT your personal ELEVATOR PITCH* Become CONFIDENT in sharing your valueAbout the Author:Pascal Heymann is a pitch & presentation trainer for entrepreneurs, academics and business professionals. Based in the heart of Europe's start-up landscape he empowers CEOs, academics and aspiring entrepreneurs to confidently communicate their ideas, generate interest for innovative products and present with a WOW-factor! His clients include Philips, PlugAndPlay, HelloFresh and TED speakers.

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The brief, verbal executive overview of the startup business - the so-called elevator pitch - has achieved something approaching mythical status in U.S. commerce as scores of annual pitch competitions pit entrepreneurs against one another before panels of VC judges. for entrepreneurs, the honed elevator pitch is a crucial communication tool not for these competitions but to be prepared for discussions with key executives, customers, influencers and potential investors. This article provides a formulaic approach to developing a compelling elevator pitch.

Advice for every pitch situation a modern day entrepreneur will encounter Whether you're pitching for funding, the media, or to potential customers and partners, to survive and succeed as an entrepreneur, you have to know how to deliver a high-impact pitch. Here's the Pitch reveals powerful proven techniques to get your audience to take the action you want. You'll learn the same strategies and tactics that have been used by entrepreneurs to raise millions of dollars, secure partnerships, and win big sales contracts. Here's the Pitch provides advice for every possible pitch situation, including virtual and Web 2.0 pitches. This book: Demonstrates proven, effective pitch techniques Offers step-by-step advice for preparing your pitch Helps you develop a confident, winning mind-set Examines a range of pitch scenarios entrepreneurs frequently encounter Don't lose out on your next big sale, bid for exposure, or investment proposal for lack of skills. Here's the Pitch provides a complete toolkit that will enable you to deliver a confident, engaging, and successful pitch.

Make that first impression count. Create success and secure more business with a powerful pitch that really packs a punch. Avoid all the common pitfalls and learn how to confidently and succinctly explain what you do in less than 60 seconds. In this fast, focused Authority Guide Mel Sherwood shares all her knowledge to give you the expert skills you need to prepare and deliver a professional pitch with authority, confidence and passion.

Are you ready to slay your pitch? In Pitching for Profit: The Bad Bitches' Playbook to Convert Conversations into Currency, 13-time national elevator pitch champion - Precious L. Williams, unveils the "Ultimate Pitch Playbook" of proven strategies to secure the results you desire with precision. "Pitching for Profit" is the prime blueprint for the entrepreneur who needs: New clients NOW. Media exposure to grow their business and expand their market. Investment dollars to skyrocket their vision and cultivate an unbreakable legacy. Referral partners, affiliates, and a network to increase their net worth by phenomenal margins. The fearless, fabulous and fierce Ms. Williams has been featured on Shark Tank, CNN, WSJ, Forbes Magazine, Black Enterprise Magazine, Essence Magazine, and the movie LEAP; not only does she have the muscle to back up her pitches, her exclusive techniques convert conversations into CURRENCY- not just coins. If you're serious about leveraging your pitch to generate massive currency that will make your business profitable, legendary, and unstoppable, then join my clients Microsoft, LinkedIn, Google, and eBay, as well as Fortune 500 executives, speakers, and entrepreneurs to strengthen your pitch and get what you're worth. My pitches aren't soft...they WIN.