Name: How to pitch to a VC
Uploaded: 2008-09-19T01:00:00Z
Duration: 14 min 25 s
Description: Thinking startup? David S. Rose's rapid-fire TED U talk on pitching to a venture capitalist tells you the 10 things you need to know about yourself -- and prove to a VC -- before you fire up your slideshow.

Thinking startup? David S. Rose's rapid-fire TED U talk on pitching to a venture capitalist tells you the 10 things you need to know about yourself -- and prove to a VC -- before you fire up your slideshow.

David S. Rose: How to pitch to a VC

How to pitch to a VC

Integrity and passion top the list of qualities VCs seek in entrepreneurs, spotlighting the personal over the purely strategic.

Investing in people and their integrity is crucial for venture success, as highlighted by extensive experience in funding startups.

Effective pitches blend emotional engagement with a clear business model, ensuring potential investors grasp both passion and practicality.