When it comes to being able to pitch your startup to investors and customers it’s essential you present well. Steve Jobs is considered one of the greatest public speakers of our time, so studying his skills is a smart way to get better at your pitch.
Mikal E. Belicove wrote a great post on entrepreneur.com where he shares five tips on how to present like Steve Jobs.
Read the five tips below, but be sure to read his full article to learn more about each tip.
1. Know the one critical point in your presentation — then make it clear.
2. Acknowledge why people are listening to you.
3. Make an immediate, personal connection.
4. Keep the audience focused on you the speaker, not your presentation.
5. Know your story.
Watch a Steve Jobs keynote again before you create your next presentation.
What tips would you add to the list? Who are other public speakers that inspire you?
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Posted on May 16, 2012
Categories: Blog
Tags: keynote, pitch, powerpoint, presentation tips, Steve Jobs