Pitch Deck – Dr. Mazlan Abbas

As a startup founder, I’ve pitched to investors many times.

Each pitch is a challenge – creating the perfect one is tricky.

I try to make my pitch better each time, but there’s always something that doesn’t quite work for someone in the audience.

The Challenge with Pitch Decks

Every time I make a pitch, it feels like I’m repeating myself, but there’s always something new to fix.

The slides I make to show my business idea can sometimes confuse people. Even if I fix things, someone always has different advice.

Some people don’t get it when I talk about the problem my business solves.

They might think my idea isn’t unclear or don’t see how big the opportunity is.

And when it comes to money, everyone has a different opinion on whether my goals are realistic.

Choosing the right colors and graphics for the slides is tricky, too.

If I use too many pictures, people can’t understand my message.

If I put too much information, they can’t read it all in time.

The Rush of the Pitch

When I pitch, I only have five minutes.

That’s like the time it takes to drink a cup of coffee.

In those five minutes, I have to share everything about my business. It’s tough because every detail matters, and I have to move fast.

Seeing Both Sides

I’ve also been a judge for other people’s pitches.

I’ve seen that nobody’s pitch is perfect. Being a judge has taught me that what one person likes, another might not.

So, I’ve learned that a pitch has to change depending on who’s listening.

Learning from Each Pitch

Every time someone gives me feedback on my pitch, I learn something.

I take their advice and make my pitch more straightforward and more powerful.

Even when the feedback is tough, it helps me get better.

My pitch changes with each presentation, and that’s a good thing. It shows that I’m working hard to improve.

The Road Ahead

I’m ready for more pitches and more changes.

Every time I pitch, I get to make my business look better to investors.

The comments and different opinions aren’t just problems; they help me learn and grow.

I’m excited to keep on pitching.

With each pitch, I’m telling the story of my business, and one day, that story will be about success and never giving up on finding the perfect way to share my dream.

Lessons Learned

Through all these pitches, here’s what I’ve learned:

Flexibility is critical: A pitch deck is never finished. It changes based on who you’re talking to.
Feedback is a gift: Even when it’s tough to hear, feedback strengthens you and your pitch.
Time is precious: In a short pitch, every second and every word has to count.
Understanding your audience matters: What works for one person might not work for another.
Perseverance pays off: Even if the perfect pitch is a myth, striving for it will lead you to greatness.