Crafting the Perfect Pitch Deck: A Guide

Crafting the Perfect Pitch Deck: A Guide

First things first, there is no right or wrong way to pitch. We’ve seen incredible pitches with impressive presentations, and we’ve also been blown away by a person with a microphone just speaking from the heart. Do it your way – that’s the best way. But even if you...

HOW TO PITCH: THE KEY TO PUBLIC SPEAKING

HOW TO PITCH: THE KEY TO PUBLIC SPEAKING

Public speaking can be daunting. But there are a few simple tips and tricks that can help you capture and hold your audience’s attention.  It can be tempting to rush up to the microphone and start speaking right away. And we get it, you’re nervous – you want to...

TIPS FROM OUR FOUNDER: DON’T CONFUSE FAILURE WITH QUITTING

TIPS FROM OUR FOUNDER: DON’T CONFUSE FAILURE WITH QUITTING

Welcome back to IB University our free programme to help you build the skills you need to run your own business.  This is the last of our founder Gerald Vanderpuye's five things he wishes he knew before he set up his first company. And this week, we're...

FOUNDERS TIP: WHY YOU SHOULD DITCH THE WORK AROUND THE WORK

FOUNDERS TIP: WHY YOU SHOULD DITCH THE WORK AROUND THE WORK

Welcome back to  IB University , our free programme to help you build the skills you need to run your own business.  We're continuing with our blog series by our founder Gerald Vanderpuye, sharing five things he wishes he knew before he set up his first...

TIPS FROM OUR FOUNDER: WHY MY INITIAL IDEA IS ALWAYS WRONG

TIPS FROM OUR FOUNDER: WHY MY INITIAL IDEA IS ALWAYS WRONG

Welcome back to IB UNIVERSITY, our free programme to help you build the skills you need to run your own business. We're continuing with our blog series by our founder Gerald Vanderpuye, sharing five things he wishes he knew before he set up his first company. This is...

Founder’s Tips: Boost Your Luck with These Steps

Founder’s Tips: Boost Your Luck with These Steps

IBU is back! Welcome to IB ​University, our free programme to help you build the skills you need to run your own business.  We’re continuing with a blog series by our founder Gerald Vanderpuye, sharing five things he wishes he knew before he set up...

How to Pitch: You’ve Got Three Sentences

How to Pitch: You’ve Got Three Sentences

If you’re going to pitch your idea, you need to be able to sum it up in three sentences.  If you’re rambling, your audience will have a hard time figuring out what it is you’re selling. And they’re definitely not going to remember it.  Make sure you’re...