Pitchology is not for everyone; it is for the entrepreneur who wants to grow, who wants to increase his or her impact in the world. And what a marvelous book it is. Steve Distante tells stories to share his passion and his insights. And he uses his imagination to convey this information, both in the book and the connections with podcasts that support the book. You get more than a book, you receive an education garnered from a lifelong entrepreneur, investor and investment banker.
Steve sets the tone from the outset, sharing a story of his childhood experience selling manure and confronting the foundational questions: What is an entrepreneur? And, are you an entrepreneur? What follows is a guided exploration that helps you prepare to seek investment including a chapter on how to tell your story (over and over, the book demonstrates the importance and power of stories) and the importance of having management systems in your business with insights from Verne Harnish of Scaling Up fame.
Steve then takes us on our tour of potential types of investors, hitting all the basics but I found his chapter on Family Offices particularly interesting since not many think of that avenue. He does not deal in the abstract, but shares how a couple used a Family Office investment to grow their farm and he includes insights and advice from an expert in the field, Adam Rein.
Ever creative, Steve spends the last third of the book demonstrating many creative alternatives to traditional investment models. Putting out your story in a book or even a film (yes, Steve documents that opportunity) can lead to collaborations and new horizons.
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A resource for more than Entrepreneurs
This book has so many nuggets of useful information for anyone in business, interested in investing in another business, looking to raise capital, implementing a business system, and the importance and art of storytelling. Who would think all these are part of a pitch? You don't have to read the book in chapter order, pick your topic of interest and enjoy the multi-media experience with the QR codes. Scan away to hear a podcast or view a Youtube interview. This 194-page book is like an encyclopedia, with so much to reference and easy to read. Very insightful and thought-provoking!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2023
A resource for more than Entrepreneurs
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2023
This book has so many nuggets of useful information for anyone in business, interested in investing in another business, looking to raise capital, implementing a business system, and the importance and art of storytelling. Who would think all these are part of a pitch? You don't have to read the book in chapter order, pick your topic of interest and enjoy the multi-media experience with the QR codes. Scan away to hear a podcast or view a Youtube interview. This 194-page book is like an encyclopedia, with so much to reference and easy to read. Very insightful and thought-provoking!
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2023
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Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2023
There is so much we don't know about money and fundraising.
Fundraising is a complex process that requires knowledge of economic and social systems, and the ability to create relationships with potential investors. It is an art, as well as a science, and it requires detailed and creative planning.
It is a must-read for every entrepreneur, whether they want to raise funds, unlock cash from their current business, or exit it.
Fundraising is a complex process that requires knowledge of economic and social systems, and the ability to create relationships with potential investors. It is an art, as well as a science, and it requires detailed and creative planning.
It is a must-read for every entrepreneur, whether they want to raise funds, unlock cash from their current business, or exit it.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2024
I am no neophyte regarding investors and their critical need for a startup and company growth. Even so, I read Steve Distante's book Pitchology three times to ensure I captured every word, every scenario, and every tip. Even if you've been in business for a few decades (I have) and are licensed to sell mergers and acquisition transitions (I am), there are new things to learn in this book that could possibly be a make-or-break outcome for your deal. So, arm yourself properly: read Pitchology, take notes, implement, and then go and conquer.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2023
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2023
Steve’s book was intended to be a field manual for entrepreneurs who will, hopefully have a need to raise money at some point in their entrepreneurial career.
The dog ear on the front cover sets the stage for how much information, wisdom and useful knowledge is packed into this book. Pitchology is filled with so many stories that help an entrepreneur understand how to interact with the world and with potential investors to create the meaningful impact they want. But it is also like having a mentor at your side, explaining the importance of telling your story, learning to collaborate and not being afraid to follow your passion and purpose in order to take your successful company to the next level. The interviews are a tremendous added bonus as well.
The dog ear on the front cover sets the stage for how much information, wisdom and useful knowledge is packed into this book. Pitchology is filled with so many stories that help an entrepreneur understand how to interact with the world and with potential investors to create the meaningful impact they want. But it is also like having a mentor at your side, explaining the importance of telling your story, learning to collaborate and not being afraid to follow your passion and purpose in order to take your successful company to the next level. The interviews are a tremendous added bonus as well.
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