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- Kategorie: Fachliteratur
- Sprache: Englisch
As a founder, your ideas may be brilliant—but if you can’t communicate them with clarity and confidence, you risk losing buy-in from the people who matter most. Investors, board members, and key stakeholders don’t just need updates—they need compelling stories that inspire trust, demonstrate traction, and show where the company is headed.
Executive Communication for Founders Who Want Results is the essential guide to mastering high-stakes communication in the startup and scale-up world. You’ll learn how to write investor notes that command attention, structure board updates that drive alignment, and frame your metrics within a narrative that connects logic with vision.
This book equips you with proven techniques to simplify complexity, highlight what truly matters, and leave your audience confident in your leadership. Whether you’re navigating your first board meeting or scaling toward IPO, you’ll discover how great communication becomes a founder’s secret superpower.
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Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2025
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Executive Communication for Founders Who Want Results
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Contents
1. Chapter 1
2. Chapter 1: The Power of Communication in Entrepreneurship
3. Chapter 2: Understanding Your Audience
4. Chapter 3: Crafting Compelling Investor Notes
5. Chapter 4: Structuring Effective Board Updates
6. Chapter 5: Metrics That Matter
7. Chapter 6: Building a Narrative Around Your Data
8. Chapter 7: The Art of Executive Presence
9. Chapter 8: Engaging Stakeholders with Authenticity
10. Chapter 9: Handling Difficult Conversations
11. Chapter 10: Storytelling Techniques for Founders
12. Chapter 11: Creating Alignment with Your Vision
13. Chapter 12: Techniques for Persuasive Communication
14. Chapter 13: Preparing for IPO and Beyond
15. Chapter 14: Leveraging Technology for Better Communication
16. Chapter 15: Continuous Improvement in Communication Skills
17. Chapter 16: Case Studies from Successful Founders
18. Chapter 1: The Power of Communication in Entrepreneurship
19. Chapter 2: Understanding Your Audience
20. Chapter 3: Crafting Compelling Investor Notes
21. Chapter 4: Structuring Effective Board Updates
22. Chapter 5: Metrics That Matter
23. Chapter 6: Building a Narrative Around Your Data
24. Chapter 7: The Art of Executive Presence
25. Chapter 8: Engaging Stakeholders with Authenticity
26. Chapter 9: Handling Difficult Conversations
27. Chapter 10: Storytelling Techniques for Founders
28. Chapter 11: Creating Alignment with Your Vision
29. Chapter 12: Techniques for Persuasive Communication
30. Chapter 13: Preparing for IPO and Beyond
31. Chapter 14: Leveraging Technology for Better Communication
32. Chapter 15: Continuous Improvement in Communication Skills
33. Chapter 16: Case Studies from Successful Founders
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Chapter 1
Table of Contents
2
Chapter 1: The Power of Communication in Entrepreneurship
The Importance of Clarity
Building Trust Through Transparency
Crafting Compelling Narratives
The Role of Confidence in Communication
Engaging Stakeholders Effectively
The Feedback Loop
3
Chapter 2: Understanding Your Audience
The Importance of Audience Understanding
Identifying Stakeholder Preferences
Segmenting Your Audience
The Role of Empathy in Communication
4
Chapter 3: Crafting Compelling Investor Notes
Understanding the Importance of Investor Notes
Structuring Your Investor Notes Effectively
Highlighting Key Achievements and Metrics
Crafting a Compelling Narrative
5
Chapter 4: Structuring Effective Board Updates
The Purpose of Board Updates
Structuring Your Board Update
Engaging Your Board Members
Following Up Post-Update
6
Chapter 5: Metrics That Matter
Understanding Key Performance Indicators
The Power of Leading Indicators
The Importance of Lagging Indicators
Crafting a Compelling Metrics Narrative
Visualizing Metrics for Impact
7
Chapter 6: Building a Narrative Around Your Data
The Power of Storytelling in Business
Understanding Your Audience
Crafting Compelling Data Visuals
Integrating Metrics with Your Vision
Practicing the Art of Delivery
Continually Refine Your Narrative
8
Chapter 7: The Art of Executive Presence
Understanding Executive Presence
Mastering Body Language
Tone of Voice and Communication Style
Cultivating the Right Mindset
Dealing with Challenges and Nerves
Practicing Executive Presence
9
Chapter 8: Engaging Stakeholders with Authenticity
The Power of Authentic Communication
Building Genuine Relationships with Investors
Crafting Meaningful Board Updates
Creating a Culture of Authenticity in Your Startup
10
Chapter 9: Handling Difficult Conversations
Recognizing the Need for Difficult Conversations
Preparing for the Conversation
Structuring the Conversation
Navigating Emotional Responses
Following Up After the Conversation
11
Chapter 10: Storytelling Techniques for Founders
The Power of Story in Business
Identifying Your Core Message
Crafting Your Startup Narrative
Using Data to Enhance Your Story
Engaging Your Audience Through Story
Practicing and Refining Your Storytelling Skills
12
Chapter 11: Creating Alignment with Your Vision
Understanding Your Vision
Crafting a Shared Narrative
Engaging Your Audience
Visual Tools for Alignment
Regular Check-ins and Feedback Loops
13
Chapter 12: Techniques for Persuasive Communication
Understanding Your Audience
Crafting a Compelling Message
Leveraging Non-Verbal Communication
The Art of Framing
Practicing Empathy in Communication
Reinforcing Your Message
14
Chapter 13: Preparing for IPO and Beyond
Understanding the IPO Landscape
Crafting Your IPO Narrative
Communicating with Key Stakeholders
Post-IPO Communication Strategies
15
Chapter 14: Leveraging Technology for Better Communication
Understanding Communication Tools
Streamlining Your Updates
Analyzing Feedback for Improvement
Choosing the Right Communication Platforms
