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Clarity

Davender Gupta

Quebec, Canada

Venture Catalyst and Startup Leadership Coach helping startups develop the clarity, confidence and discipline to execute. Head Coach of FastTrac TechVenture Québec. Advisory Board member of Startup Canada. Named one of Canada's "Top 10 Rock Star Mentors" (2013). Was part of a startup in the late 90s which cratered, but picked myself up, shook the dust off, and got back on the horse. I LOVE Startups who want to Change The World!

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Davender donates to charity: water ($0.00)

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Find the WOW in Your Startup Idea

My passion is helping startups develop the clarity, confidence and discipline to execute their ideas. I've helped over 500 entrepreneurs do just that.

Pitching to Persuade

Your pitch has to be polished and perfected. Each word counts. I bring six years of Toastmasters experience (Distinguished Toastmaster) to help you refine your script, remove words that trigger doubts and add words that prompt the questions that you want your audience to ask. The end result is a pitch which persuades investors, partners, users and customers. Pitch me, and I'll give you three things you can implement immediately to kick it up a notch.

Introductions to My Network

I have developed a valuable network of connections (mentors, coaches, investors, advisors) across Canada and the US. These are all people who love startups. Let me put my network at your service.

Developing Business Strategy

I help startups develop a Lean-inspired and execution-focused business development strategy which ensures that you meet the pressing needs of your users, you get the resources you need to ship, and you stay in alignment with your passion.

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Davender Gupta answered

How to find the right business coach? And not spend thousands searching for them?

Look for a coach who is actively involved in your startup community. There are lots of "business coaches" out there but few who really understand the dynamics of startups.

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Pitch Decks: What do investors think of comedy in pitch decks?

Instead of calling it "comedy", aim for humor. Humor that supports a key discovery helps to anchor that insight in the investor's mind.
I've coached many pitches, and find that when presenters are nervous they try to go for an improvised laugh, thinking it will cut the tension. However, in most situations, it comes off as just that: improvised and cheesy. Which confims to the audience that the presenter is nervous and unsure.
Humor an advanced communication skill which requires strategy, planning and practice. The best humor is subtle and smart. The goal is not to get a laugh, but to get a knowing smile.

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Davender sait générer des opportunités d'affaires. Il connait les principes du référencement d'affaires et sait exploiter le meilleur du potentiel de ses client pour les aider à atteindre leurs buts.

Alain Bonneau Source: LinkedIn

Davender and I teamed up to co-host the Book Yourself Solid show on BlogTalkRadio (http://www.blogtalkrado.com/bookyourselfsolid) and are now collaborating on other business venture. He is never-ending source of energy, inspiration, and action. His a "yes we can" approach virtually guarantees that challenges will be met and solved, and that our ventures will continue to grow and be successful. As a fellow Book Yourself Solid coach, I can say with certainty that his insight, firm but empathetic facilitation, and action-oriented input will serve anyone who works with him. With Davender in your corner, expect to exceed your expectations!!!

Trish Lambert Source: LinkedIn

Starting a business for most of us is not easy, that's where Davender comes in and get's you going. Great leadership and understanding, he's been there, so he can really teach you the preps to move on. Thank you Davender

Luc Emond

Luc Emond Source: LinkedIn

Davender is truly an authentic and audacious leader. He is deeply passionate about his mission and strives constantly to bring the best out of aspiring entrepreneurs. His calm and wise demeanour facilitate the reception of the great lessons he has to share with entrepreneurs and leaders.

Nikolai Ray Source: LinkedIn

Coach Davender m’a beaucoup aidé dans mon projet d’entreprise, il est en mesure de faire ressortir le meilleur de nous-même et nous permet de croire encore plus en notre plein potentiel. Il est très humain et utilise les outils de coaching de dernière génération. Le prochain projet que je commence, il ne fait aucun doute que je vais faire appel à lui.

Stephane Dion Source: LinkedIn

Davender est de ceux qui savent vraiment inspirer, motiver, générer l'action et le dépassement. Il est compétent et il connaît bien son domaine. C'est un honneur et un réel plaisir que de le compter dans ses relations.
Merci Davender.

Geneviève Lemay • Canal Santé • Média médical Source: LinkedIn

Davender, I want to thank you for inspiring me and for helping me reconnect with who I am and with my personal mission in my work. This is so precious! It's so important that what I do is aligned with my values! I wish you the very best for your life and business.

Myriam Callegarin Source: LinkedIn

Davender est coach qui connaît son métier et qui te guides avec aisance selon tes objectifs.

Danielle Cherrier Source: LinkedIn

From the very first moment we met, I knew Coach was a wise man. He has listening skills that I have not seen many times in individuals I worked with. Moreover, he uses what he ears to ask you questions that make you think long and hard. And more often than not, he has those ideas that address the foundation of what we do, always with the intention of strengthening it further. All in all, Coach is THE man to have around when you want to improve and succeed.

Nathalie Quirion Source: LinkedIn

I had the pleasure of working with Davander in both a group and individual capacity. His visionary nature is contagious! When I was feeling stuck and not sure where to take my company as my business expanded he assisted me in creating clarity of focus and motivation to keep going! Davander goes above and beyond what is required or expected from his services! I highly recommend him!

Janine Elias Source: LinkedIn

What I appreciate the most about Davender is his genuine interest to see the companies and people he coaches succeed. The content he provides is professional and well supported with industry trends.

Korina Fischer Source: LinkedIn

Member since August 2012