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Small Habits KILLING Your Pitch (Based on Science) w/ Tom Martin

Oct 3, 2024
In this insightful conversation, Tom Martin, the Founder of Converse Digital, shares his expertise on elevating agency pitches. He reveals common pitfalls in pitch presentations that lead to communication breakdowns. Tom discusses the cognitive challenges of multitasking during pitches and emphasizes the importance of emotional engagement over mere data. With practical strategies for crafting memorable presentations and adapting to audience needs, this discussion equips listeners to wow potential clients with impactful delivery and design.
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Quick takeaways

  • Common design and delivery mistakes, like overloading slides with text, significantly hinder the effectiveness of agency pitches to potential clients.
  • Flexibility during pitch meetings is crucial, enabling presenters to adapt and maintain engagement despite unexpected challenges that may arise.

Deep dives

Common Pitching Mistakes

Many agency pitches fail due to common design and delivery mistakes that can be easily avoided. One frequent issue is the overloading of slides with text, which diminishes the impact of key messages. Additionally, speakers often read directly from their slides, leading to disengagement and reduced information retention among potential clients. The lack of a coherent structure or objective in a presentation makes it difficult for audiences to grasp the key points, which ultimately derails the effectiveness of the pitch.

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