Chapter
Pitching Your Ideas
37:30 - 46:26 (08:56)
Giving a written pitch to a busy person is a smart way to stand out among hundreds of other competitors who are vying for their attention. It's important to remember that good performance doesn't always translate into good teaching or pitching skills.
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One effective way to pitch a busy person is to give them something well-made on paper that they can review in their own time, instead of verbally pitching them in person.
37:30 - 41:08 (03:38)
Summary
One effective way to pitch a busy person is to give them something well-made on paper that they can review in their own time, instead of verbally pitching them in person. Charity Water is an excellent nonprofit example of how design can be used effectively to promote a cause.
ChapterPitching Your Ideas
Episode#192: The Return of Drunk Dialing
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss, in conversation with a listener, discusses the qualities to look for in a teacher.
41:09 - 42:33 (01:23)
Summary
Tim Ferriss, in conversation with a listener, discusses the qualities to look for in a teacher. He emphasizes the importance of finding a teacher who can replicate their own results and have a coaching style that resonates with the learner.
ChapterPitching Your Ideas
Episode#192: The Return of Drunk Dialing
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Having a teacher that is able to push you beyond your perceived limits is important to achieving success.
42:33 - 46:26 (03:53)
Summary
Having a teacher that is able to push you beyond your perceived limits is important to achieving success. It is possible to get affordable advice from gold medalists or world-class performers through Skype or other means.