Quais são as melhores maneiras de pesquisar e entender seus potenciais investidores e parceiros?

It's important to ask questions to your audience BEFORE you are speaking to them. This helps to build rapport and establish trust as you get to know your investor, partner, etc. A simple LinkedIn message of "What are your business plans for this year?" or "I'm giving a talk on ______ topic. What is 1 thing you'd like to hear about in this talk?" can go a long way.

It's always about what one can do to support and advance the mission of others, taking the spotlight off oneself and shining it onto the individual/organization one's pitching. Inquire about timing when interested to make a pitch. When would be a good time? Would this be a good time? Demonstrate that you have done the research, that you understand what they need and why what you have to offer will be of interest and potential benefit. Include a comment or question that is specific to the person (but not overly personal), or the day, so that the pitch comes off fresh and not sterile. Show that you are not an AI!

Honor the time of the people in the room. Do not flutter through your presentation. Get straight to the point. After making your purpose clear add the supporting elements that will speak to the needs of the potential partner/investor. Stick to the point. Avoid going off on tangents that will not add value to your presentation.

Consider your audience. Modify the "voice" of your pitch to capture the interests of your audience. Use examples that the audience can understand and relate to.

Don't be afraid to partner in your pitch delivery. Partner with someone who is effective at delivering the message and responding to questions if you have not yet developed that skill.

In reaching out to investors, it's essential to facilitate dialogues that resonate with diverse perspectives. Rooted in social psychology, our approach explores core human values and decision-making processes. This deepens our understanding and actively engages potential investors in a narrative larger than mere transactions. We're building partnerships based on shared vision, aligning our goals with those of our investors. This is more than strategy—it's a commitment to mutual growth and benefit.

Be sure to use a diverse audience when pitching your ideas. Consider perspectives outside of your own when seeking feedback. Try to understand your investors and the key factors that will get their buy in. Tailor your pitch to meet their individual needs