Guy Kawasaki offers, in the infographic below, tips for what each slide should include. You know your pitch should start with a title, but Kawasaki suggests going beyond just the name of your pitch: ...

Remember, VCs are looking at decks daily. Make sure you get to the point and keep it streamlined. Pitch decks should ideally ...

The more visual and interactive this startup pitch deck is, the more likely you are to catch and hold the attention of the investors in attendance. Explore the interactive slide above from ...

"If the potential investor only reads the titles will they be excited ... red thread," Smajic said. To keep pitch decks digestible, don't add unnecessary slides, Smajic suggested.

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