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.

[@DonnHealy-q4z]

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]

😊

[@mattcsmith]

@@DonnHealy-q4zhi you can actually click pay with card, it’s annoyingly not very obvious but it’s an option when you click PayPal

[@TinaMyles]

One lesson I've learned from millionaires is to always put your money to work, no matter how small. Even investing €200 per month can compound to tremendous wealth over decades. The key is to keep going!

[@Erikkurilla01]

My advice for who wants to grow financially this year, invest. Saving is good, but investing elevates your finances. Thanks to my financial advisor, my portfolio is thriving, and l'm proud of last year's decisions.

[@KentBrono]

People often don't realize how important financial advisors are. Data from the last 50 years shows that people who work with CFAs usually earn more than those who don't. I've worked with a Adviser for 7 years, and now I have a $2 million portfolio.

[@jessicasquire]

This is definitely considerable! think you could suggest any cfa I can get on the phone with? l'm in dire need of proper portfolio allocation.

[@KentBrono]

I've stuck with ''Julianne Iwersen Niemann" for some years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive. She's quite known in her field, look her up..

[@jessicasquire]

I ran an online search on her name and came across her websiite; pretty well educated. thank you for sharing.

[@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

[@GordonWillis-z8t]

Same here exactly, 3 years alter

[@oge.elekwa]

@@mattcsmith Right? I've got a pitch deck next month and I'm definitely ending with 'If you have any questions, I'm the one in the Red shirt'

[@oge.elekwa]

It is!

[@mattcsmith]

@@oge.elekwa love it good luck

[@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.

[@mattcsmith]

I am so glad it was that helpful to you

[@CoachZain1]

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

[@mattcsmith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@PoshTeatimeCo]

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

[@mattcsmith]

So happy to hear that

[@TeamEchelonRecords]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@Arison_Daniel_X01]

This is just so valuable, know that what you've provided is timeless peace of advice

[@mattcsmith]

Epic comment thanks for making it! So glad it was valuable

[@bae3185]

woaw super valuable info!!

[@mattcsmith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kieshaarielle]

Currently putting together my first pitch deck (I have never pitched an idea to an investor, but have been thinking about it lately) and I found this very helpful. Thank you

[@mattcsmith]

Hey 👋 glad to hear that and good luck with it

[@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.

[@douglaswarnod1899]

Hey matt, I don't often write comments on KZbin, but as a young entrepreneur and a recent graduate student, those 13m were probably more helpful than my years of studying business at Uni. Thanks

[@mattcsmith]

And I usually don’t reply but hard not to after this great comment thanks mate

[@Kewlus]

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

[@rebeccamuiruri8406]

How did it go?

[@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

[@waste.alchemists]

Thank so much! this was very insightful while being super easy to follow. I appreciate your authentic and down to earth vibe.

[@dominicdriman1319]

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

[@mattcsmith]

You're welcome!

[@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.

[@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

[@sanelet6075]

Hey Matt, thank you! Your videos helped me achieve a 7.5 band score (L 7.5, R 7, W 7.5, S 8.5) with just one day of studying (literally). I’m surprised by my writing score since I’ve never even finished an English essay properly before. Your structure is a lifesaver! They’re concise and informative. Without them, I’d still be stuck scrolling through misleading videos. To anyone panicking: trust Matt, you’ll be fine!

[@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

[@ScottBrown-b7o]

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]

@@ScottBrown-b7o 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..

[@ScottBrown-b7o]

@@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]

@@ScottBrown-b7o 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.

[@ScottBrown-b7o]

@@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

[@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!

[@KshitijBhatnagar-bq9pb]

Thanks Matt for the valuable insights, it's helpful.

[@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.

[@hakankartal9144]

Great insights, very helpful! Thank you, Matt!

[@mattcsmith]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@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

[@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

[@NestorESanchezArriaga]

This is great, thanks Matt!

[@mattcsmith]

My pleasure!

[@TerriTie]

Good luck with your pitch deck!

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks! You too!

[@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!

[@Kezzdigitalcreative]

I can't believe I have only just found this, @mattcsmith brillant! Thank you for your words of wisdom and am now following and hoping to get more of your supporting resources - thank you!!

[@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.

[@vedhasnaik5597]

Really useful !! Thanks a lot team

[@mattcsmith]

Always welcome

[@miqdamsajid875]

Thank you Matt for putting this out. This helped me help my client putting together a good pitch deck.

[@psc_froot]

High-Quality Information or Knowledge in this video!!

[@kristystarr9200]

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

[@mattcsmith]

I appreciate that! Thanks

[@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 :)

[@ipfmcd]

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

[@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

[@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 🤞🏾

[@thecrazytechgirl]

This is so informative thank you

[@mattcsmith]

You are so welcome!

[@its_Lohit]

I got a really good value from this video

[@mattcsmith]

Thanks mate

[@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.

[@malandinethiol4807]

i am a french student and your video is my assessment in english. you can be proud of you, you have created monsters 💀

[@mattcsmith]

That's awesome! What do you mean, my video is used in your program? Cool

[@malandinethiol4807]

@@mattcsmith Yes, it's in our program and we have to prepare an oral presentation of a brand internationalisation project by following each slide of your video. ( P.S. You look like Tom Holland )

[@nextdevelopments8833]

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

[@jameelshehadeh9011]

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

[@mattcsmith]

❤️

[@onyinyechiprecious8950]

Thank God I found this

[@itx._.ameena]

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

[@HabeebIdrees]

🎯 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

[@bizignite]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@wifiuk]

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

[@TheLeagueOfSteve]

INCREDIBLE video. Thank you.

[@jimvautour595]

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

[@stephenxadonai]

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

[@martystrong5015]

This is such a fantastic video!

[@LawrenzoReact]

Great information and a timely one.

[@DjmitchG]

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

[@KazzyOfficial]

Amazing video thank you!

[@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!

[@3031009]

Thanks for the video! :)) A Sweet brif explanation.

[@lloydmolander4916]

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

[@CasBox]

Thanks your video helped me! 😃

[@mattcsmith]

Amazing! So happy it helped

[@THEBLKYOGIASMR]

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!

[@AES-w4z]

Enjoyed your presentation a lot, thank you.

[@mattcsmith]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lilastreatszw]

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

[@maxsoutherland]

More content like this please! Subscribed. ❤

[@ajudicator]

Best adjective for this video “solid”

[@kondwanimphande1668]

This content is amazing , I have more questions calling for learning more.

[@joshuasigamoney7869]

Really helpful, thank you Matt

[@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!

[@JohnnyPagnini]

Excellent presentation thank you!

[@talksister4496]

Well done on explaining CAGR

[@mayfieldclothingexchange1656]

Needed this! Thanks man!!

[@mattcsmith]

Happy to help!

[@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

[@alexpick2028]

excellent video. thanks matt : )

[@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 🤞

[@DT-by1oe]

Thanks for the info on cagar didn’t know that

[@DrivAbleSafe]

Thank you for sharing, I have been needing this.

[@stephaniakossman2923]

great video Matt, thank you

[@rafsanbhuiyan]

Thank you so much. This is fantastic!

[@camilordofficial]

this was great dude thank you!

[@mattcsmith]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@successfulpodcast]

Thank you, Matt. Great pitch deck explanation!

[@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.

[@tizymakmusic]

very valid points here. thank you!

[@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

[@yashshinde2639]

Just right to the point!!

[@GlenAndersonOfficial]

Great video, this is exactly what I was looking for without the fluff

[@Johannvogel-wx2ss]

Loved your book bro! Clean, Simple and Important:)

[@mattcsmith]

Awesome mate, did you get one? thanks

[@PowerOfficeWindow]

I love this and thank you!

[@chrisjavier3754]

Thanks for putting this out - great stuff

[@mattcsmith]

My pleasure!

[@wi-monito8517]

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

[@DjMunene]

Thanks. i found the content insightful and useful

[@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

[@facesofthefrontier4574]

this is epic! thank you!

[@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!