4 Signs That You Are Playing It Too Safe with Your Investor Pitch

I’m always on the hunt for relevant info and I loved this - one of the best articles I’ve seen on this topic for a while. Here are a few paragraphs as a taster... 

?Entrepreneurship is a risky business. This is what makes it that exciting, isn’t it? Entrepreneurs, who believe that starting and growing a business will be a smooth ride, are up for a huge disappointment. The whole journey is like a crazy roller coaster ride with exciting ups and terrifying downs.

To cope with such an uncertain environment, the entrepreneurs must embrace risk. If you want to get where you want to be, forget to play it safe. The dangers of playing it too safe are as big as the dangers of taking uncalculated risks. To get ahead, you need to make some wise yet bold moves, especially when you need to raise capital.

Getting the right investors on board is a critical element of the growth of starting companies. Playing it safe during pitch competitions is one of the most unfruitful decisions an entrepreneur can take. Don’t settle for the mediocre when you can be the star of the show.

Evaluate your pitch to make sure you are not delivering less than you should. If you have not included in your pitch deck the following four sections, you are playing it too safe!

Challenges

Investors know that running a company is challenging. They are aware that you will face many setbacks. Don’t try to convince them that the sky is clear of clouds. Better show them your capability and determination to survive the storm!

Pretty valuable stuff, I’m sure you’ll agree! Why not check out the whole article here and share your thoughts with me afterwards: call (0421) 359-589 or email me at [email protected].

Talk soon,

Richard