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I have no experience of pitching anything, I'm just a dev but... Laughs?? Why are laughs even in the script? This is a business deal right? One day I'd like t
by philbo 12y ago
I have no experience of pitching anything, I'm just a dev but...
Laughs?? Why are laughs even in the script? This is a business deal right? One day I'd like to start something myself, and I guess I hoped that shrewdness, business acumen, techical chops, idea-originality, those would be more vital parts of a pitch. Do we need to make investors laugh too? Genuine question.
- angersock 12y agoIt's just general showmanship. Jokes are a good way of managing tension and encouraging rapport with your audience--if they're laughing with you, they're having a good time, and if they're laughing because of something you've said on purpose, you've got a bit of control. It's a good way of staying at-ease in front of dozens of people. EDIT: Luckily pitching and presenting IRL is much easier (and less harsh) than cracking wise here on srs bsns HN. If you can get away with jokes and upvotes here, you'll be fine at any venue in person. :)
- dsugarman 12y agoEntertainment is memorable. Also this is someone you are going to work with for a very long time, they should genuinely like you as a person