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Black History Month Stats for your next PowerPoint
Posted by TJ Walker in PowerPoint, Public Speaking Skills, tip of the day on December 9, 2011
This graphic displaces some statistics about Black History Month that are both interesting and laid out nicely.
Consider how they graphically displayed these figures. You might consider using the same techniques in your next presentation.
NYU PR Graduate Course Keynote
Posted by TJ Walker in Communications, public relations, Public Speaking Skills on June 6, 2011
Videos of the keynote speech made to NYU graduate students in a media PR class.
Awkward Silence during Q&A – Presentation Advice
Posted by TJ Walker in Pitching, Public Speaking Skills, Video on May 13, 2011
Don’t let a lack of questions during Q&A defeat you. TJ Walker, founder of The Pitching Well and Public Speaking consultant, offers some suggestions on what to do when you finish your financial pitch or business presentation and the audience doesn’t ask a question.
For more advice on Public Speaking and Pitching check out http://www.pitchingwell.com
So, Who Won The First Republican Primary Debate of 2012? -Media Training
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Media Training, News, Politics, Public Speaking Skills on May 6, 2011
This is a complicated question because there are many ways of “winning” a debate like this.
Herman Cain won the “Pat Buchannan/Alan Keyes contest for most articulate debate performance from a candidate who doesn’t have a snowball’s chance in hell of winning” award.
Ron Paul won the “Everyone in the whole world is a complete f-ing idiot if they aren’t a Libertarian like me and think we should eliminate all taxes” contingent of the Republican Party.
Investor Pitching Tip of the Day from Jason Calacanis
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, CEOs/Financial, Communications, Pitching, Public Speaking Skills, Video on May 3, 2011
I was watching a special edition of This Week in Startups with Jason Calacanis where he was giving a speech on entrepreneurialism to a bunch of students. Here was the most interesting thing he says:
When I have pitched investors and asked them for money, I never raise money. When I ask them for advice, they always give me money.
Calacanis went on to suggest that the most effective way to get meetings and to raise money is to politely request to meet with an investor for coffee for 15 minutes at any place or time of the investor’s choosing. Then, get the investor to look at your website or product and then ask for advice. Don’t ask for money, ask for advice, and you will end up raising lots of money.
That’s advice that can literally be taken to the bank.
TJ Walker on Wall Street Journal Radio’s The Daily Wrap discussing President Obama’s speech on the death of Osama Bin Laden
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Audio, Body Language, Communications, Crisis Communications, Government & Politics, Media Training, Politics, Public Speaking Skills on May 2, 2011
A Note to readers
Posted by TJ Walker in Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills on April 18, 2011
I’m spending a lot of time over at my new site, The Pitching Well www.pitchingwell.com. Please take a look and tell me what you think–TJ
The Water Cooler Message
Posted by TJ Walker in Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills on April 13, 2011
What is the starting point for preparing a speech?
For some people, it involves creating a thorough and well-thought out two-page outline. For others, it is a matter of creating 50 large piles of data into 50 complex PowerPoint slides. There are those who like to just start writing about everything they’ve done during the last 6 months, figuring they will cover all of their bases.
None of these approaches is effective.
Present to One Investor or Many?
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 8, 2011
As the old saying goes, Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Unless you are specifically giving someone the exclusive, you should try to pitch your idea to as many investors as you can to help you get at least 1 of them to write you a check.
Warning Signs When Pitching Investors
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 8, 2011
When you are delivering your presentation to potential investors, some red flags may present themselves. Be wary of investors who look bored, who tune out, are on their blackberries or iPhones and try to reel them back into earn their commitment.
Pitching Non-technical VCs a Technical Idea
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 8, 2011
When you are pitching to investors, it doesn’t matter what the idea is, it matters how you present it. Find creative and concrete ways of conveying your idea and showing how investors will make their money and you are sure to get support.
How to Protect Your Product During a Pitch
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 7, 2011
There is no absolute guarantee that no one will ever try to stea
l your idea, but that should not stop you from pitching to investors. If you avoid giving financial presentations to potential investors you are basically ensuring that you will never get any investors.
Websites to Post Your Pitch.
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 7, 2011
The Pitching Well! You should always post your pitch on any website that allows for uploads and is specific to your industry or product. Always look for chances to add content where potential investors will be able to see them.
Best Way to Send out a Pitch to Angel Investors
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 7, 2011
When you are trying to
get potential investors for your company or product, it is very important that you make yourself noticed and heard. Take every opportunity to speak and deliver your pitch to maximize your chances of getting investors.Send out your pitch as much as you can, more exposure could mean more money!
What Investors Look For in Your Presentation
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills on April 4, 2011
When you are delivering a pitch to investors, they are looking for very specific and key information so that they can decide if it is a worth while investment for them and their company
What to Include in a Brief Financial Presentation
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills on April 4, 2011
Even though a pitch may be brief it still needs to include the basic and essential information in order to get potential investors hooked.
Presenting a New Product to Investors
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 4, 2011
If you are coming to with a new product idea, make sure you cover all the bases about what you will need from them, and how you anticipate the success of your product.
Make a Financial Presentation Interesting
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 4, 2011
Even with a serious topic like a financial presentation, it is still possible to make it interesting and not put your investors to sleep. A few simple rules to go by and your presentation can be a huge success.
A Great Anchor Sentence for a Pitch
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 1, 2011
Any pitch or presentation really needs a strong beginning and a strong ending. Take time to come up with a great anchor so you will hook your potential investors or listeners and will be strongly remembered.
Elevator Pitch for a Job Interview
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on April 1, 2011
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An elevator pitch is a great way to stay focused during a job interview. It helps the interviewer see that you are organized and can pitch yourself as a potential product.
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