The Big Stage
Presenting Pied Piper at Disrupt was terrifying and exhilarating.
Preparation
We practiced the demo hundreds of times. Still almost crashed during the live presentation.
What Worked
- Clear value proposition
- Live demo (risky but impactful)
- Real metrics, not vague promises
What Didn't
I was so nervous I forgot half my talking points. Jared had to feed me lines from backstage.
The Aftermath
Three VCs approached us immediately. The buzz was real.
Sometimes you just have to bet on yourself and go for it.