The Art of the Elevator Pitch: Make Every Second Count

Hey {NAME},  Imagine stepping into an elevator and finding yourself shoulder-to-shoulder with someone who could change the course of your business. The clock's ticking, floors are passing... what do you say?  This week, we explored the art of the elevator pitch. Not the throwaway lines we all memorize and mumble, but real, impactful introductions that open doors and create connections.  Over the past thirty years, I’ve heard tens of thousands of elevator pitches informally and as a mentor for Techstars and Founder Institute. I’ve also delivered countless elevator pitches for dozens of business ideas. Great pitches are easy to recognize.  Let's face it, nobody ever won big by sounding like everyone else in the room (or the elevator, in this case).  Our latest guide is your toolkit for crafting pitches that stick. It's about making those 30 seconds not just count but work wonders for you and your business.  Why should you care? Because in the world of small businesses and startups, first impressions aren't just important—they're everything. And we're here to ensure yours isn't just good, but unforgettable.  So, are you ready to give your elevator pitch the makeover it deserves? [Our guide on elevator pitches is packed with 40+ examples of good and bad pitches, plus what makes each pitch effective or ineffective.](  I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts on this week's guide.  Curious about how your elevator pitch compares? Shoot it my way, and I'll gladly offer some pointers to sharpen it up.  Thanks,  Ross Kimbarovsky Founder and CEO, crowdspring   Here's a secret sauce that every savvy marketer and business owner swears by – top-notch design. For 15 years, crowdspring has been a trusted partner to entrepreneurs, small businesses, leading agencies, and nonprofits worldwide. We've offered affordable, high-quality custom designs and business names handcrafted by real humans, not computers. Don't sacrifice price, quality, or choice. If you're considering a business name, logo design, website design, product packaging, product design, or any other type of design, just reply to this email. I'd happily schedule a free, no-obligation design consultation with our team.   [Unsubscribe from these types of emails.](