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Kevin Hale

09/13/19

@ Y Combinator

A great pitch is one that can be easily understood by anyone, even someone unfamiliar with your industry.

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Kevin Hale - How to Pitch Your Startup

@ Y Combinator

09/13/19

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Kevin Hale

09/13/19

@ Y Combinator

Your pitch should be straightforward, allowing the listener to grasp your idea without needing to ask clarifying questions.

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Kat Mañalac

02/10/23

@ Y Combinator

A good one-liner pitch is descriptive, conversational, and avoids jargon, clearly stating what you do and who you serve.

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Michael Seibel

03/15/19

@ Y Combinator

In contrast, when pitching to investors, avoid jargon and use clear, understandable language, as they may not grasp the problem you're addressing.

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Kat Mañalac

02/10/23

@ Y Combinator

Having a clear vision is essential for creating a strong one-sentence pitch that succinctly explains what your company does.

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Y Combinator Cast

09/20/18

@ Y Combinator

Draft a one-sentence pitch that clearly states what you're building and who it's for, using jargon-free language.

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Y Combinator Cast

12/26/16

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to clearly communicate what your product does and who your customer is within the first 30 seconds of a pitch to ensure understanding.

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Kat Mañalac

02/10/23

@ Y Combinator

Avoid using meaningless marketing jargon in your pitch; instead, provide a straightforward description of what your company does.

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Kevin Hale

09/13/19

@ Y Combinator

To make your pitch clear, avoid ambiguity, complexity, jargon, and unnecessary preambles, and focus on being conversational.

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Michael Seibel

03/15/19

@ Y Combinator

When pitching to customers, use industry jargon to build credibility, encourage them to discuss their problems, and quickly demonstrate how your solution can help them personally.