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What is 1 Million Cups
1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Learn more.
About 1 Million Cups
Every Wednesday, 1 Million Cups provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities Learn more
hOW CAN I BE A PART OF 1 mc?
Present.. apply online
Attend.. give feedback
Organize.. land a hand before, during and after a gathering, by approaching a branch organizer, or, organize a whole new branch
Attend.. give feedback
Organize.. land a hand before, during and after a gathering, by approaching a branch organizer, or, organize a whole new branch
I applied to present, how do i prepare
- communicate with an organizer about time, dry run, presentation file and more
- send your presentation at least 3 days before the presentation date
- present your speech at the dry run, full, with all the ideas you intend to pitch at the presentation date
- make sure the dry run holds the final presentation you intend to present to get accurate feedback with tricks and tips to maximize the outcome
- your presentation should not exceed 6 minutes, only to give you the chance to benefit from the questions and answers session
- the whole time you have is 6 minutes to present and 34 minutes questions and answers
presentation slides
the best presentations always had the following layout of slides in common
mostly presented within 6 minutes or less
minimal text in every slide, depending on a picture to convey a main point
mostly presented within 6 minutes or less
minimal text in every slide, depending on a picture to convey a main point
- first slide: who you are
- second slide: what do you, what is your company about, name and logo
- third slide : your story, the seed of your business
- fourth slide: what is the problem that your business solve
- fifth slide: a bit more insight into your business, challenges, progress..
- Before last: this question: "how can the community help you"" with your answer, clear and specific
- last slide: contact information (name, email, phone, QR code,.. and more)
Presentation tips
- Stand in front of the camera installed in front of you, for good footage
- convey your sound loud and clear
- maintain eye contact
- use humor to connect with the audience
- when possible, use props to demonstrate your point when possible
- simplify your idea as much as possible
- pause for stronger impact
- practice your presentation at least 5 days before your actual presentation
- don'ft make any changes to your presentation at least 5 days before presenting
- don't rely on text on slides, use it to lead the conversation, let the rest of the influence come from you
- focus on one point during the presentation in order to yield best outcome
- bring any contact materials, such as business cards, flyers.. etc
- let