Getting
to tell your story to other people is a wonderful chance
to share your dream and to get help from others. Don’t
look at it as being a necessary chore or an unpleasant task.
Think about it . . . You get to let other people in on the
great things you and your team are doing. You already know
that not everyone is going to be interested, so don’t
put needless pressure on yourself to win over every person
you present to. You only need a couple of investors to buy
in.
The goal
of this presentation guide is to help you stand out in
the crowd, specifically the crowd of entrepreneurs who
are all trying to raise money and sign up corporate partners.
But you now have new insights and techniques that go
well beyond investor presentations. You will be a more
effective communicator and better able to influence people,
whether they are bankers, customers, children, or a church
group. And you will have more fun doing it.
You don’t
have to do all the things suggested in this guide or
what other people have recommended. It’s impossible
anyway, and you would end up not being yourself. Just
pick two or three things you want to work on. Practice
them and see how it feels.
Can you fit them smoothly into your personal style so that you
are comfortable? Look for positive changes in how your audience
reacts. Just make a few adjustments and get some feedback. Then
consider another adjustment or two when you are ready. Remember
that as an entrepreneur you are already great at making adjustments.
With practice, you will improve and gain confidence each time
you present.
We welcome
any ideas, questions, or stories that could help others
improve their experience with investors and corporate
partners. Or, if you want to learn more about how we
can help you package your business for investors or about
future workshops, e-mail us at tellyourstory@preflightventures.com.
Thank
you. We look forward to helping you to be your best
in the art of telling your story! |
