Slides from 2006 “The Art of the Start” Conference

The following presentations are from the 2006 “The Art of the Start” conference. Each is a pdf file.

  • The Art of the Start — How do you get going from just an idea? Learn the five simple but critical steps necessary to quickly and effectively jump start your company. Guy Kawasaki, Managing Director – Garage Technology Ventures
  • The Art of Raising Capital — It’s a different game and you’ve got to know the rules to get funded. First you have to decide if you are venture fundable. Then you have to figure out which investors are right for your company. Then you have to convince them — or find alternative funding options. Bill Reichert, Managing Director – Garage Technology Ventures
  • The Art of Pitching — To be effective presenting your company to investors, partners, or customers, you have to know what to say and how best to say it. Bill Joos, Venture Partner – Garage Technology Ventures
  • The Art of Selling — The three most important words: revenue, revenue and revenue. Ten proven sales strategies and techniques for making the cash register ring. Let it Rain! Guy Kawasaki, Managing Director – Garage Technology Ventures