Understanding Pitches and Presentations

What is the main difference between a pitch and a presentation?

• A pitch is shorter than a presentation

• A pitch is more technical

• A pitch is a call to action, while a presentation is knowledge transfer

• A presentation always includes visuals

What does a pitch primarily aim to do?

• Explain complex data

• Encourage action or behavior change

• Entertain the audience

• Share past achievements

What analogy is used to describe a pitch?

• A sales report

• A university lecture

• A courtship

• A technical demonstration

According to the transcript, what is the goal of a presentation?

• Seducing new clients

• Getting funding

• Transferring knowledge

• Changing behaviors

Who is the typical audience for a presentation?

• Strangers

• Investors

• People you already know

• Social media followers

What’s the traditional speech structure mentioned in the transcript?

• Problem, solution, summary

• Tell them what you’re going to tell them, tell them, then summarize

• Hook, story, close

• Intro, body, Q&A

What is the speaker’s opinion on the traditional speech structure for speeches?

• It’s essential

• It’s outdated

• It’s superbly rubbish

• It’s helpful for beginners

In a pitch, how familiar is the audience typically with the speaker?

• They know them well

• They’ve worked together

• They probably don’t know them at all

• They follow them online

What does a pitch often introduce?

• Technical training

• A summary of previous meetings

• Yourself, your organization, or your campaign

• A financial report

What word is used repeatedly to emphasize what a pitch is?

• Presentation

• Seduction

• Education

• Feedback