What investors ACTUALLY want to see in your PITCH DECK.

[@mattcsmith]

If you want to book me for a 1:1 pitch session you can here ➡ calendly.com/chatwithmcs/1-1-tailored-pitch-presentation-coaching Or If you want an outcome-based session from 0 to pitch deck hero in 2 weeks then use this one ➡ calendly.com/chatwithmcs/0-to-hero-pitch-in-2-weeks

[@Chuxgold]

Im afraid that that I've taken it to far for pitching it. Now that it accomplishes a impossible gole. So any pitch sounds far fetched. Like it's only a scam. That and few understand the princable of it's operation' being it's for extracting flourgold. A type of gold that few understand. As there is yet to be a personal means of collecting it precisely. So only the larger forms of it are understood as having a value. For nothing working today that has the ability to collect the smaller flecks of it. That holds more gold than any other form of placer gold on earth. And goes unnoticed and not measured do to everyones inability to collect it. With only a rare few knowing the values it holds in protecting circles. As people don't want to know about the gold that their now having to throw away to get the little bit of larger gold off the top. No I'm stuck proving it myself through using it. And am now on a path to that end. Just financing it myself is hard to do with only an SSI check to work with. That and I have sever IBS. So everything is made ten times harder. As I save every dime and spend my pennies wisely as I give my life to my invention. One that is poised to help a great many in the hard days to come. And I'm to far past the inception of it to be able to just quit trying now.

[@user-dc7bk8te2z]

I’m trying to book but I cannot access PayPal. Any alternative solution ?

[@veronicavalencia]

Do you offer coaching for pitch sessions specifically for college applications?

[@JosephineSun-qd8cx]

😊

[@JosephdeLeonX]

Matt's Magical 8... 1. Opening Slide- Logo & Sexy One Liner 2. Sell the problem - Know your audience (rich 10 year olds) 3. Sell the solution - convince them THEY are right! 4. Market Opportunity - Your market is growing (just add CAGR) 5. Traction - Momentum and proof of execution over time (not just revenue & subs) 6. Business Model - The business case of how you will monetize 7. Team - You are the right team or will hire the known unknowns (are you the ones to pull it off?) 8. The Ask - What can the audience do for you? ps. Founders, know your numbers and connect yourself to your brand.

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks mate for summarising so well :)

[@mrolaniytimi]

thanks man

[@mattcsmith]

Cheers

[@afrikopopfitness6745]

Saving this comment to update my pitch deck.

[@aleenanadesan4563]

Tysmmm

[@Elizabeth-mh2dj]

The market trend can turn around very quickly. In fact, the indexes often switch from a bear market to a bull market when the news is at its worst and the mood of investors is at its lowest point. I read an article of people that grossed profits up to $150k during this crash, what are the best stocks to buy now or put on a watchlist?

[@Stephine-un5zs]

Investors should be cautious about their exposure and be wary of new buys, especially during inflation. Such high yields in this recession is only possible under the supervision of a professional or trusted advisor.

[@NievesLarish]

True, initially I wasn't quite impressed with my gains, opposed to my previous performances, I was doing so badly, figured I needed to diversify into better assets, I touched base with a portfolio-advisor and that same year, I pulled a net gain of 550k...that's like 7times more than I average on my own.

[@SirBenjamin-oq1wd]

I’ve been looking to switch to an advisor for a while now. Any help pointing me to who your advisor is?

[@NievesLarish]

“Angela Lynn Shilling’’ is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.

[@SirBenjamin-oq1wd]

Thanks for sharing, I just looked her up on the web and I would say she really has an impressive background in investing. I will write her an e-mail shortly.

[@kortyEdna825]

The stock market is currently experiencing a decline while bond yields are on the rise. However, there seems to be skepticism amongst investors regarding the Federal Reserve's plan to continue increasing interest rates until inflation is stabilized. As for myself, I find myself at a crossroads, uncertain whether to liquidate my $250,000 stock portfolio. I'm seeking advice on the best strategy to capitalize on this current bear market.

[@carssimplified2195]

@Brilliantrans That's fascinating. How can I contact your Asset-coach as my portfolio is dwindling?

[@carssimplified2195]

@Brilliantrans Thank you for this tip. It was easy to find your coach. Did my due diligence on her before scheduling a phone call with her. She seems proficient considering her resume.

[@blj1964]

maybe consider in investing in agriculture food supply

[@DeannaMartinez-wk8cp]

This is the single most valuable 13 minutes I have spent thus far this year for three reasons; comprehension, validation and motivation. Every minute was full of information that was clear and understandable. The realization of my ability to produce the content for each topic validated my notions thus motivating me to push forward. Thank you for your time. Truly life changing.

[@DJcatamount]

Thank you! You do liike a chad version of Tom Holland tho 👀

[@mattcsmith]

haha ill take it cheers

[@Sebastian-But-Not-That-One]

This random comment made my morning 😂 You're 100% right! 😅

[@sidddwho]

And you look like rock version of John Cena

[@josephineflanagan9762]

😂😂😂

[@Ashley_e]

He’s better looking than Tom imho 😍😅 I regret nothing.

[@connectwithchloe]

Wow here 3 years later and it’s still super valuable

[@mattcsmith]

I know right I’m so blown away people still love it will be updating it soon

[@user-ru3rq4jv3f]

Same here exactly, 3 years alter

[@MaryPatricia-wr3wj]

The collapse of Margin debt leads to a decrease in stock prices and trigger a wave of selling as investors try to cover their losses, Buying a stock is easy, but buying the right stock without a time-tested strategy is incredibly hard. Hence what are the best stocks to buy now or put on a watchlist? I’ve been trying to grow my portfolio of $145K for sometime now, my major challenge is not knowing the best entry and exit strategies ... I would greatly appreciate any suggestions

[@user-vk8vu4li2x]

I'll suggest you find a mentor or someone with experience guide you especially in this recession. especially for your 401K, IRA and portfolio diversification.

[@MaryPatricia-wr3wj]

@@user-vk8vu4li2x I agree, I thought I was doing alright profit wise, until I needed assistance with diversification, I reached out to a financial advisor and in less than a year I was just $51,000 shy away from $640k which is like 7x more than I make on my own..

[@user-vk8vu4li2x]

@@MaryPatricia-wr3wj I've been thinking of going that route been holding on to a bunch of stocks that keeps tanking and I don't know if to keep holding or just dump them, think your Inv-coach could guide me with portfolio-restructuring..

[@MaryPatricia-wr3wj]

@@user-vk8vu4li2x I've shuffled through a few advisors in the past, and KRISTIN GAIL CUNNINGHAM remains the most resourceful thus far. Her strategy proves profitable, and sustainable both in a bull & bear market. Most likely, her deets can be found on the net, so you can confirm yourself.

[@user-vk8vu4li2x]

@@MaryPatricia-wr3wj I just looked her up on the internet and looked into her credentials. I wrote her a letter outlining my financial objectives and planned a call with her

[@CoachZain1]

This Video was a strong validation to my Pitch Deck. Really appreciate the efforts. Thank You Matt.

[@mattcsmith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@maxeyre2024]

Preparing for an Entrepreneurship competition by watching videos like this---super helpful! Essentially, you're given a short, industry based case with a problem of some sort and you have three hours to create a slide presentation with two other teammates showcasing your start-up to a panel of judges/board of investors.

[@lifferyltd9879]

I've been immersing myself in all things pitch deck over the last days, compared to other content this video is super concise and to the point! Breath of fresh air. Channel subscribed!

[@mattcsmith]

That’s so nice of you to say! So glad it was helpful :)

[@rasheki]

All I need is 2500$ more for animalistic vehicles creative bright new beginning for cars 1% will catch on be that lucky investor

[@Kewlus]

Love it!!! I'm going on Shark Tank Australia in July, and this has helped me lots.

[@jeffreyyang9604]

I have been on a tear watching how to make a pitch deck the past week. This is probably the best video. I'm gonna stop for now and work on my deck :) Thanks Matt!

[@TeamEchelonRecords]

Concise and well explained. You just helped me go from wanting to create a pitch deck to being able to. Preciate you Matt 👍🏽

[@user-hn4wj1xr6i]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🚀 Importance of Key Presentation Slides: Essential for a pitch presentation. 00:16 📢 The Speaker's Background: Credibility through experience. 01:13 🖼️ The Opening Slide: Logo and One-Liner: Create a memorable first impression. 02:36 🔍 Selling the Problem: Emphasize the problem's importance. 03:49 💡 Presenting the Solution: Convince through an understandable solution. 05:14 💰 Exploring the Market Opportunity: Showcase market growth with KAGGAR. 07:21 📈 Traction: Proof of Execution: Show momentum and execution. 09:14 📊 Business Model: Explain monetization with a clear business case. 10:22 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 The Team: Build trust by showcasing the right team. 12:29 🤝 The Closing Ask: Conclude with a strong call to action. Made with HARPA AI

[@maheshwarannarayanan]

A small correction, it's CAGR and not KAGGAR

[@alisaidu1221]

I am new to the stock market. Every stock that I bought so far, I was out of luck because I bought them when they were expensive. I feel I missed out on all the stock opportunities so far for the tech stocks.I believe having 175K yearly income would be a good investment so I want to plug all my savings into the stock market. I know this sounds a bit dull but I would like to know if I should learn investing or let somebody else (more capable like a FA) do it for me? Please share your thoughts. I am kind of tired of searching for a good stock to buy and losing all the good opportunities..

[@joshuaporter4965]

Keep it simple in the beginning. Buy something,,,,, , like,,,, an index,,,, fund, and hold,,,, . Educate,,,,, yourself in the,,,,, meantime,,,, and,,,, elevate your,,,,, risk tolerance,,,, over time.

[@hauwagabriel7799]

@@joshuaporter4965 In order to make profits from trading you need loads of experience and a well defined strategy, which most traders don't have. If you trade without the proper preparation, you're most likely to lose your,,,,,, money,,,,, . Identify,,,,, the buy/sell,,,,,,,, ratios and,,,,,, identify the market leaders,,,,, and most,,,,, importantly.

[@ReinhildRoemer]

I am currently working on a Interior Architecture pitch and this was very helpful just to know how pitches in other industries work and what to take into consideration.

[@mattcsmith]

Good luck

[@vedhavaniperala]

hello..Im an interior arch student and was curious about what are the career possibilities in this field. Im looking to connect with people in the industry. Id appreciate it if we connected sometime and id appreciate it if you could give me some guidence.

[@Eepsheep]

Also here from an architectural proposal space.

[@PoshTeatimeCo]

Thank you. I just won my 1st pitch competition thanks to this great advice!

[@mattcsmith]

So happy to hear that

[@lovesaby1195]

1. INTRO 2. Problem 3. Solution 4. Market size (growing) number 5. Traction 💫 revenue mau dau momentum time line 6. Business model 7. Team 8. Ask for

[@piavictoria1228]

Thank You Matt. We will have our Pitch next week . I felt so nervous but I know God will make a way for me . God Bless

[@zexytroll]

That tip about looking at competitors investment decks is so obvious now I think about it. Saved me a ton of time, lots of great tips, thank you Matt!

[@tiraths27]

I've watched this video multiple times. As many in the comments have said, it's an amazing guide for people who are a bit lost when it comes to pitch decks. Thanks for sharing!

[@mattcsmith]

Glad it helped! Yeah it can be such a maze when you start out :)

[@dominicdriman1319]

Excellent video. No BS. Super specific and simple enough to apply. Many thanks!

[@mattcsmith]

You're welcome!

[@Steve.Nguyen]

1. Opening slide needs good branding and one-liner. 2. Sell the problem first 3. Then tell the solution 4. Market opportunity w CAGR 5. Traction: proof of growth e.g. timeline 6. Business model/case 7. Team: is your team THE team to run this startup 8. Your ask to the investor

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks 🙏

[@SasphiraSassy]

I`m currently working on a pitch for a marketing strategy and this video helped me a lot to focus on the main things cause we have so much input but didnt know how to make a good powerpoint. Even to im from Germany and cant speak/write English fluent you make it really easy to understand. Thanks mate!

[@carminelombardi9575]

I really appreciate the valuable and relevant information you set forth in this video, I'm currently creating my Pitch Deck, for my Cash-Back Program, and this is giving me the relevant body of information that a funder needs before they can move forward. It's much appreciated. Thank you.

[@TheKris333]

I teach pitching - this is awesome. You hit nearly every point.

[@mattcsmith]

Ah epic 🎉 thanks for saying, and what’s missing you said nearly - what would you add thanks

[@TheKris333]

@@mattcsmith I think that it is (sometimes) necessary to explicitly counter the more obvious, current (but problematic) alternatives in the narrative. "Now the way that most companies address this problem is X, but that creates expensive and painful problems Y and Z - we've solved that! Here's how." I coach a lot of deep tech teams.

[@TheKris333]

But this is a judgement call - it may come out, predictably, in Q&A.

[@vgeita]

Thanks Matt! Love how concise this was. Exactly what I needed to have my 1st go at a deck for a pitch comp application 🤞🏾

[@sudarshan_savvy]

Matt This is the best video out of all the pitch deck videos i have seen. Just in 13 min, you have cleared all the doubts i had, and no one had touched that specific topic previously. Specially traction and team part for solo founder.❤️

[@mattcsmith]

Dude I’m so happy to hear thanks for taking the time to share this nice message

[@terribradley4353]

@@mattcsmith Same what he said on both counts. Bravo!

[@ipfmcd]

This was really concise, I appreciate your efficacy in brevity. I'll let you know how the pitch goes!

[@kristystarr9200]

Thank you for sharing your genuine and raw vibe is refreshing.

[@mattcsmith]

I appreciate that! Thanks

[@ajudicator]

Best adjective for this video “solid”

[@wi-monito8517]

this is very deep and help answer the traction question and the team which are my concern at the moment

[@RonnyBadilla]

Matt, thank you very much for this video. Clear enough and direct to the point. You earn a new subscriber.

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks for the sub!

[@kerryfoerst8916]

This was incredible content. I rarely leave comments and I watched lots of pitch deck explanations. You're was easily the best. I will check out your channel. Cheers.

[@johnclelland3436]

Hi Matt, many thanks for this. The best advice I have seen on pitching structure and messaging, simple and effective. I paused the video on each slide you discussed and wrote my own notes. Many thanks for your advice. Best regards John.

[@mattcsmith]

Glad it helped John

[@jameelshehadeh9011]

I wish if all content was that straight to the point! Thank you

[@mattcsmith]

❤️

[@bizignite]

Thanks Matt valuable information. I am busy with a pitch and am very excited about the project. Fingers crossed

[@OneManStudioZ]

Can You make a video on how to create your pitch deck because when i finished this video i didn't know where to start and that video would help

[@its_Lohit]

I got a really good value from this video

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks mate

[@AshleyReina-jh1zo]

This was such a great and powerful video, thank you for being clear concise and getting to the important pieces of the message.

[@THEBLKYOGI]

That was great! Thank you for taking the time to create this video. 100 days is brilliant as well. Keep up the great work!

[@mattcsmith]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TerriTie]

Good luck with your pitch deck!

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks! You too!

[@onyinyechiprecious8950]

Thank God I found this

[@DjmitchG]

This was really helpful. Thank you. I have a pitch deck to prepare. This gave a lot to think about.

[@vedhasnaik5597]

Really useful !! Thanks a lot team

[@mattcsmith]

Always welcome

[@morganmbartram]

Great guy to listen to and follow. Just wish I could find an investor/sugar daddy to work with me into a property start-up and turn it eventually into a business after flipping it.

[@mattcsmith]

Can’t we all have a sugar daddy ha

[@morganmbartram]

@@mattcsmith Absolutely...

[@Ehi_kocho]

This is a life saverrrrrrr!! Pitch tomorrow and i literally have done nothing!

[@redapple360]

How did it went lol

[@Ehi_kocho]

@@redapple360 I aced!!!! Threw before the pitch but in the end i aced.

[@TheGroundskeeper]

As soon as I started watching this video I was deflated because I hate talking about this kind of subject when I’m busy trying to make my product, and when I saw a man younger than me talking about being a VC and his book I knew I hated everything about this… But by the end of the video you’ve changed my priorities completely from what appears to be very solid advice to a cranky skeptic. Good show 👍

[@dontbeshydating]

Just watched your video, I’m now starting to think about seed/private investors!

[@mattcsmith]

Good luck 🤞

[@rahimulkabir5066]

Matt, I gotta tell you bruv! This video helped me a lot❤️ I'm about to raise capital on a startup! But didn’t know what questions investors usually ask! Your channel will grow fast, I have a feeling on this! That's some good shit right there man! Cheers💥

[@mattcsmith]

Haha love it bro your so welcome good luck with the pitch and hope you get the investment

[@ayodejikolawole8048]

Never heard of the Cagr stuff before!

[@mattcsmith]

Yeah it’s an important one ☝️

[@lilastreatszw]

This actually helped me since I am trying to come up with a pitch deck for my business

[@tariqmalik8497]

Hey Matt great info thank you. Would love to run our deck by you later this month when it’s ready. Cheers, T.

[@mattcsmith]

Sure thing!

[@lloydmolander4916]

Matt, great to hear your tested pitch model - well done!

[@MR_THINQ]

A tip for your next video. - show the slide examples of what you’re talking about when you’re talking about them. Most people would have become e very disengaged quickly watching this video. Don’t you know the rule of ‘show and tell’???

[@itx._.ameena]

thankyou for explaining deeply, worth the time taking listening it.

[@colemanwilson342]

I am in the film industry getting ready to pitch to studios. This was the very best clear and concise video and information i ever got in a perfect amount of time! It went allong very well with how i need to pich and im sure for any other industry as well Thank you so much for making this andd ill be following along from here on out!

[@mattcsmith]

Amazing let me know how the pitch goes mate and good luck

[@randyschwaggins]

Definitely agree with all your points. I'd be really interested and grateful to get your thoughts on some of my 'tweaks' to what you said...see below; On the 1st slide...I always advise that clients put their ask and contact details on this slide as well...along with stuff like SEIS/EIS (I'm in the UK) With slide 2...I always encourage quantification of the problem Slide 4...I think the key is to drill down from the overall TAM to the SOM Slide 5...I split traction to date and future road map into 2 seperate slides Slide 6...100% agree with what you say about business model...but I think another slide setting fwd mkt entry/customer procurement strategy is as important Finally I like to see a final slide on investor exit...a slide 9 Great video though!

[@monem8089]

Amazing video, after 13 minutes I felt confident enough to go into the Dragons Den without a slideshow and freestyle it! Really helpful and in depth, thank you!

[@mattcsmith]

That’s epic feedback thanks 🙏 I’m sure you’d nail it too ha

[@raphaeliachristou8707]

can you give an example on what a business case might be? for a biotech startup lets say

[@ZelalemGebru]

I am about to start my second start-up. Your video is an eye opener. I have done some of the mistakes mentioned here. Thanks million times 🙏

[@user-cw8tw7oo5r]

Hlo

[@JohnnyPagnini]

Excellent presentation thank you!

[@sdrain650]

Great advisor for the pitch deck. You have confirmed that our start up is on the right path and given me some things to improve on. Well done!

[@mattcsmith]

Excellent!

[@heeramatheen4626]

Never expected an excellent presentation from this presentation. Just gave it a try for the heading. I was surprised by the beautiful take on the PITCH DECK. Especially the traction slide where he talks about the team or the ask slide where he specifies things apart from money. Way to go. Channel subscribed and look forward to more from Matt!

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks so much for your comment Heera Matheen. Happy to help let me know what other types of videos you would like to see ?

[@sharingmatters]

It was my top search reult in the topic. Well said. I loved the timeline traction idea. 🎉

[@Houdini_W]

Hey Matt, it's been a while since you uploaded the video and I just found it, I'm doing my first pitch and all your comments make so much sense, thank you. Following.

[@mattcsmith]

Best of luck!

[@jimvautour595]

Matt, excellent advice, best I've found yet, thank you kindly for your expertise & generosity of sharing. jv

[@thecrazytechgirl]

This is so informative thank you

[@mattcsmith]

You are so welcome!

[@gshelar]

Good one. I was kinda stuck with my pitch deck. I like the timeline approach to show progress and also that the team and ecosystem development as traction.

[@mattcsmith]

Yeah think outside the box when it comes to what counts as traction! Good luck

[@DT-by1oe]

Thanks for the info on cagar didn’t know that

[@centreforsustainableaction8956]

ohhhh I like your style, just found you for the first time when I am about to make an awesome pitch!! thank you. I will come back and share it here after implementing your advice

[@mattcsmith]

🙏 thank you for saying, let me know how it goes and hit me up if you have any other topics I should cover

[@KazzyOfficial]

Amazing video thank you!

[@joshuasigamoney7869]

Really helpful, thank you Matt

[@bijanmiarra]

If you see this, share this. This information was just what I needed thank you!

[@mattcsmith]

Hey Bijan, that’s so nice of you too say thanks 🙏

[@wifiuk]

You just earned a subscriber! Great energy, kept me glued to the screen.

[@casimirodasilvasantoshe-hi5797]

Good comments. You could have added good and bad examples of each of the slides to make it more clear and understandable. You could have added a template.

[@mattcsmith]

Yes, you are right

[@talksister4496]

Well done on explaining CAGR

[@CasBox]

Thanks your video helped me! 😃

[@mattcsmith]

Amazing! So happy it helped

[@psc_froot]

High-Quality Information or Knowledge in this video!!

[@man-observing-world]

Soooo good Matt, just subscribed before I even finished watching the video. I’m going to check out your library now.

[@leiabeaver6444]

Thank you for this video! It is helping give me confidence and peace of mind. I have been working with a business coach and it has not been quite as helpful in this department.

[@mattcsmith]

Epic

[@yingmeiaopersonal7538]

Thank you for the sharing, this video helps, as we are about to do our first pitchdeck.

[@mattcsmith]

So happy to hear and good luck 🤞

[@loveripie7434]

I have watched this video many time, this is indeed the best video as far as pitch desk is concern

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks 🙏 very much for the amazing comment feel free to share it with others if you think it could be valuable

[@justinjoseph2932]

hey, loved this video. in this video you talk about how founders should know their numbers, now what are these 'numbers' specifically that we should know about, can you list them in detail?

[@AES-w4z]

Enjoyed your presentation a lot, thank you.

[@mattcsmith]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@belleandbows]

wow thanks. wish i can afford a session with you...your great! thanks.

[@dr.wezisunkutumd8745]

U are making so much sense, thanx alot. Quite timely for me. I salute 🔥👌

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks Wezi!! Sometimes keeping it simple is the best :)

[@NoodleCompany7]

Thank you for getting straight to the point. So refreshing

[@mattcsmith]

Ha I know right! Thanks for saying

[@StephenHaugse]

What are your thoughts on Wow slides and when to use them?

[@NIKODIA]

What a video! It filled up the last pieces of a puzzle! Thank you for sharing the knowledge!

[@mattcsmith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@satshalopez6835]

This is extremely helpful. Thank you!

[@stephanpotgieter6087]

Thank you, I found this useful, more so than others. I have been at this for a year, and challenge the status quo, one thing I didn't see from any mentors, is the fact that there are a take away deck, and a presentation deck. This is what you are explaining.

[@mattcsmith]

Great hope your deck gets you lots of interest:) happy new year

[@nextdevelopments8833]

Top quality content... the best I've watched today!

[@stephenxadonai]

Yes sir!! Created my own and this is it!

[@mayfieldclothingexchange1656]

Needed this! Thanks man!!

[@mattcsmith]

Happy to help!

[@DjMunene]

Thanks. i found the content insightful and useful

[@TheLeagueOfSteve]

INCREDIBLE video. Thank you.

[@KittyBoyPurr]

Thanks man 🙇

[@mattcsmith]

No problem 👍

[@KittyBoyPurr]

@@mattcsmith never stop uploading, I watch almost all your videos.

[@abletonventuresllc.2821]

Excellent. Truly helpful. I will take this information to heart and apply what I have learned here. Thank you!