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The Submissions We Received for Our Video Pitch Competition Were Terrible — Don’t Make the Same Mistakes
We had to cancel the competition because the videos were so bad.
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When Pitching Investors, Your Product Doesn’t Matter (as Much as You Think)
Ever considered upping your storytelling game? That's actually something as important to investors as your product.
By Alex Gold
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8 of the Biggest Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Presenting to Investors
Whatever you do, don't say any of the following eight things when making a play for money.
By Scott Duffy
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 3 Episode 7: Is There Actually a Business Here?
The judges say they take bribes, but mostly they give funding, credit and advice.
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How to Get Male Venture Capitalists to Invest in Your Female-Targeted Product
Often, male VCs just don't understand products for women -- or they need to ask their wife or daughters first.
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 3 Episode 6: ‘This Category Is Absolutely Exploding’
For a pitch to be successful, the judges must see a foolproof method of bringing a product to market.
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6 Things You Need to Know About Your Investors Before You Ask for Money
Do your homework and get to know these six things about the people you're going to be borrowing money from.
By Scott Duffy
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 3 Episode 5: ‘I Accept Your Offer of My Offer’
At times, it seems the contestants on our weekly streaming pitch show have the upper hand over our board of investors.
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Those Deals You See Entrepreneurs Celebrating on ‘Shark Tank’ Don’t Always Come to Pass
What looks like a deal is really a starting point for discussion when the show is over.
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After Completely Freezing During a Pitch Competition, These Co-Founders Stayed Up All Night Preparing for a Second Chance
Sunny Bonnell and Ashleigh Hansberger told stories for clients of their branding and digital agency, Motto. But they came up short when it was time to tell their own.
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 3 Episode 4: ‘It’s the Uber of Pooper’
On this episode of our weekly streaming pitch show, the investors find promise in some well-researched products and get downright grossed out by others.
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My Female-Led Company Raised $6.25 Million in 2.5 Years. Here’s How We Did It.
We found there are five keys to a successful fundraise.
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7 Women Investors Reveal What’s Different When a Woman Evaluates Your Pitch
With the number of women founders rising, women investors are an important success factor for them.
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This Lyft Employee’s Entrepreneurial Past Inspired Her to Create a Business Pitch Competition for Lyft Drivers
Lyft recently surveyed its drivers and learned that nearly one-fifth of them run or aspire to run a company.
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We Raised Money for Our Startup Without an Investor Deck. Here’s How.
We know that taking a different approach was risky. But, it was what we believed in, and we didn't want to change our tune.
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 3 Episode 3: Circus Act or Class Act?
Every founder who pitches on our weekly show has their own style. But the investors' decisions ultimately boil down to whether a business can scale.
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‘Shark Tank’ Stars Dissect Their Show’s Popularity on the Eve of Its 10th Season
Kevin O'Leary (a.k.a. 'Mr. Wonderful') said he was induced to join the show when an executive told him, 'We're looking for an asshole.'
By Joan Oleck
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 3 Episode 2: ‘You Gotta Discuss It Right Now’
On our fast-paced pitch show, contestants have to be ready to open up to investors and viewers alike.
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 3 Episode 1: ‘Is She Pitching Us?’
Our weekly pitch show is back, and the investor judges are looking for answers.
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This Is the Only Reliable Way to Get Valuable Investor Intros
Expanding your network is the only way you'll meet the investors you need to grow your business.
By Alex Gold
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How to Become Investable in 13 Steps
If you want investors to take you seriously, you need to know the answers to these questions.
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How to Attract the Socially Conscious Investor
Like consumers, investors are voting with their wallets for socially responsible businesses. Here's how to get their vote.
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 12: ‘That Is the Best Pitch I’ve Seen’
In the season finale, the investors have never been so impressed.
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How to Pitch Your Business, Product or Idea to Industry Experts
I say no to almost all of the pitches that come my way, but the few "yeses" really stand out.
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 11: ‘You Don’t Need Us’
This week, our investors, including former football player Cameron Colvin, show that sound advice can be more valuable than money.
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 10: ‘We Are Going to Make Money on This Thing’
This week, our investors question if there is even a market for the contestants' entrepreneurial ideas.
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Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 2 Ep. 9: ‘I Love Money’
This week, our high-profile investor judges get particular about what makes a company worth their time and funds.