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Pro-Tips for Creating a Winning Pitch Deck
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In this episode of the Business Pulse podcast, host Candice Jarrett (co-founder of XKOVA) speaks with pitch deck designer Sergio Yankovenko, who shares insights from his extensive experience in creating successful pitch decks.
They discuss the evolution of design trends, common mistakes startups make, and the essential components of a winning pitch deck.
Sergio emphasizes the importance of realistic expectations, effective storytelling, and understanding the investor's perspective. He also highlights the impact of AI on pitch deck creation and offers practical advice for founders preparing for investor meetings.
Connect with Sergio:
๐ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergio-y/
๐ธ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodeck.team/
โถ๏ธ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@goodeck_team
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Calendly: https://calendly.com/sergio_yankovenko
๐จ Behance (portfolio): https://www.behance.net/Sergio_yankovenko
Want to connect with Candice? Reach out on social media:
Company LinkedIn: XKOVA
Candice's LinkedIn: CandiceJarrett
X (Twitter): @XKOVAPAY
Facebook: @XKOVAPAY
Instagram: @XKOVAPAY
YouTube: @XKOVAPAY
TikTok: @XKOVAPAY
Or schedule a consultation through our website: https://xkova.com.
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit xkova.substack.com
Chapters
1. Introduction to Pitch Deck Design (00:00:00)
2. Sergio's Journey into Pitch Decks (00:01:09)
3. Evolution of Design Trends in Pitch Decks (00:02:18)
4. Common Mistakes in Pitch Decks (00:03:39)
5. Key Slides for a Winning Pitch Deck (00:05:33)
6. Combining Storytelling and Data (00:09:40)
7. Creating Effective Versions of Pitch Decks (00:11:52)
8. Working with Clients: From Scratch to Revision (00:13:39)
9. Financial Projections for Early Startups (00:17:16)
10. Changes in the Fundraising Landscape (00:19:07)
11. Presentation Tips for Live Pitches (00:20:21)
12. The Role of Visuals in Pitch Decks (00:22:19)
13. Advice for First-Time Investor Meetings (00:24:25)
14. Impact of AI on Pitch Deck Creation (00:27:20)
15. Preparing for Investor Questions (00:30:11)
16. Conclusion and Contact Information (00:32:38)
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