6/20/2006

Seven Fixable VC Presentation Mistakes

"The following are seven common tactical mistakes entrepreneurs make in their initial VC pitch which are simple to fix:

1. Not clearly stating in the beginning WHO the customers are, WHAT problem is being solved, and HOW the company’s product/service accomplishes it...
2. Not controlling the timing and pace of the meeting...
3. Worrying about the demo/pres that doesn’t work...
4. Not knowing who you are talking to ahead of time...
5. Not following up...
6. Attempting to force feedback immediately...
7. Inauthenticity..."

Read more in this Genuine VC post.

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