What You'll Learn

"COMING SOON!" In this one-of-a-kind masterclass, Cliff Michaels presents insights & interviews on many ways entrepreneurs can launch a small business or global enterprise! Guiding you through the usual (and unusual) financial suspects, Cliff's angels, sharks, bankers, demons & entrepreneurs share "what works & doesn't work” from all sides of the negotiation table. This masterclass includes a customizable Power-Point to fine-tune Your Money Pitch. You'll also learn how to create compelling mission & brand statements in 12 words or less!

  • 1) A Compelling Mission, Vision & Values

  • 2) The Problem & Solution

  • 3) Product & Services / Features & Benefits

  • 4) The Market Size & Opportunity

  • 5) Traction & Milestones

  • 6) Business Sector, Financial Model & Projections

  • 7) Competition, Differentiators, Intellectual Property

  • 8) Sales, Partners & Marketing Strategies

  • 9) Team & Experience / Partners & Sponsors

  • 10) Funding Requirements & Exit Strategy

Course Lessons

    1. COURSE OVERVIEW: What You'll Learn & Quick-Start Tips

    2. Quick-Start Tips (1 MIN)

    1. Cliff's BRAINSTORMER is a 10-Step, 10-Minute Mini Workshop to analyze ideas in minutes before strategizing for months. These exercises will be useful as you tackle each element of your Perfect Pitch!

    1. Side by Side Competitive Analysis

    2. SWOT Analysis 2x2 Grid

    1. FINAL QUIZ for COMPLETION CERTIFICATE!

    1. We'd love your post-course feedback!

    2. Enjoy the Next Course or Book Cliff Live!

    1. WATCH CLIFF LIVE: My Personal Journey, Gaps in Education, Experience Myth, Diary of a Dotcom, Discovering The 4 Essentials. Filmed at USC's #1 Entrepreneur Class (2012 NY Times Bestseller Tour). Hosted by Prof. Dave Belasco (13-min video)

Course Details

  • $39.95
  • 9 lessons

About Cliff's Journey

NY Times Bestseller • Entrepreneur • Facilitator

Cliff Michaels

BORN in New York & raised in L.A., Cliff is a social entrepreneur known for his people-first approach to life, work & play.

FOUNDED in 1992, Cliff Michaels & Associates specializes in real estate finance & brokerage, venture capital, and personal-to-business consulting. Cliff's Masterclasses for Life & Biz Skills include e-courses, coaching & forums for leaders, life learners & entrepreneurs.

In 1999, Cliff co-founded First Use Registry, the world's first internet company to feature digital-notary technology, raising the bar for intellectual property & file authentication. He's also been an investor & advisor in entertainment, health care & non-profits such as Inclusion Matters (playgrounds & advocacy for disabled communities).

A NY TIMES BESTSELLER (The 4 Essentials), Cliff's unique memoir on life lessons & famous mentors, proposes a paradigm shift in global education. The book launched #1 on Amazon. His "Imagineering Ideas" workshop was also a crowd favorite at TEDxLA Imagine Week (2016).

PAST PRESIDENT of YEO L.A Young Entrepreneurs' Org (EO), Cliff chaired int'l leadership events, launched record-breaking charity galas, and started EO's first student-mentor programs (1996-2005). He was also an original member of USC’s EdTech Ventures, a cohort for remote-learning solutions.

GIVING BACK > FREE books & courses go to those in need. To sponsor your favorite learners & educators, or to book Cliff, go to the SPONSOR PAGE NOW!

Testimonials

Jim Weldon

CEO, Trovo, Past Pres. Entrepreneurs' Organization L.A., Venture Capital Portfolio Advisor

"Cliff's Money Pitch is spot on! A must-learn experience for every investor, entrepreneur & Board Advisor. With dozens of real-world lessons, there's something here for newbies & seasoned players alike!"

Essential Life & Biz Skills

A Masterclass Series by Cliff Michaels

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