TechCrunch Startup News The perfect pitch: This NEA partner says every founder should answer these 5 questions
Jul 22, 2025
Tiffany Luck shares vital insights into crafting an impactful startup pitch. She highlights five key questions every founder should answer, focusing on clarity and purpose. The discussion emphasizes aligning financial metrics with fundraising stages. Additionally, the episode draws intriguing parallels between entrepreneurship and extreme sports, showcasing the importance of resilience and strategic planning. Tune in for expert guidance on transforming your pitch into a powerful storytelling tool.
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Master The Five Pitch Questions
- Structure your pitch around five key questions: what, why you, why now, who, and how.
- These basics help communicate the problem, solution, timing, team, and plan clearly to investors.
Power Of Product Demos
- A product demo is worth thousands of words, helping investors quickly grasp the solution.
- Visual and functional exposure accelerates understanding and engagement.
Show Founder Obsession
- Share your founder origin story to highlight obsession and unique insight into the problem.
- Demonstrate passion as it fuels motivation to keep building despite challenges.