Pitching Ideas

Turn Ideas into Action with Powerful, Impactful Pitches

Learn to create and design pitches that effectively communicate your ideas to various audiences.

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Format

Delivery

Duration

Price

Online

4-8 Hours / Lesson

Self-paced

$399

1 of 4 courses in the
Certificate of Innovation and Design.

What you’ll learn

  • Discover frameworks to organize your ideas into a clear, persuasive narrative tailored to your audience.

  • Learn how to design visuals that enhance your pitch and leave a lasting impression.

  • Develop techniques to present your ideas authentically and handle questions with poise.

  • Explore cutting-edge AI tools and techniques to craft, refine, and personalize your pitch for maximum impact.

Who is this Class for?

For those eager to sharpen their communication skills and take the next step in their careers.

For those aiming to influence stakeholders and present ideas effectively within their organizations.

For those who want to pitch ideas to investors, partners, or clients with clarity and impact.

For those working to drive impactful change in their communities or organizations.

Lessons + Projects
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Communicating with Clarity

Lesson 1

  • Overview

    Learn the foundations of clear and effective communication, breaking down complex ideas into simple, impactful messages.


    Project

    Pitch Yourself

    Craft a personal pitch that transforms your story, skills, and aspirations into a compelling narrative designed to captivate and connect at a professional networking event.

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Audience Understanding

Lesson 2

  • Overview

    Explore techniques for analyzing your audience, uncovering their needs, and tailoring your pitch to resonate with their expectations.


    Project

    Pitch an App

    Bring your app idea to life by crafting a persuasive pitch tailored to an investor's profile, showcasing its potential to solve real-world problems and disrupt industries.

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Connecting Through Story

Lesson 3

  • Overview

    Discover the power of storytelling to make your ideas relatable, memorable, and emotionally compelling.


    Project

    Pitch a Cause

    Inspire action for a cause that matters to you by crafting a heartfelt pitch that uses storytelling and social media influence to raise awareness and rally support.

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Persuasive Communication

Lesson 4

  • Overview

    Master the art of influence by crafting arguments that align logic, emotion, and credibility to inspire action.


    Project

    Pitch a Promotion

    Make your case for a raise or promotion with a pitch highlighting your value, addressing potential objections, and demonstrating why your advancement benefits the organization.

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Presentation

Lesson 5

  • Overview

    Develop your delivery skills to present your pitch confidently and authentically, using body language, tone, and pacing to captivate your audience.


    Project

    Pitch an Office Upgrade

    Propose a workplace improvement that enhances productivity and employee satisfaction by delivering a pitch supported by a visually compelling presentation deck.

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Refining Your Pitch

Lesson 6

  • Overview

    Learn to iterate and improve your pitch by leveraging feedback, AI tools, and practical tips for polishing your message to perfection.


    Project

    Second Chance Pitch

    Revive and reimagine a beloved story with a compelling pitch that evolves through feedback, sharpening your persuasive skills while making your idea irresistible to funders.

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Showcasing Your Skills

Lesson 7

  • Overview

    Learn how to create a standout portfolio and develop thought leadership content that highlights your skills, showcases your projects, and positions you as an expert in your field.

     


    Project

    Portfolio and Thought Leadership Content

    Build a professional portfolio and create impactful thought leadership content to showcase your skills, reflect on your projects, and position yourself for future opportunities while gaining valuable feedback and practicing pitching your work.

Meet your Instructor
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Nikson Mathews

Scholarships program officer, Pride foundation

Nikson Mathews, born and raised in Idaho, is a community leader, educator, and creative strategist, blending over 13 years of experience in marketing and advertising with a deep commitment to social advocacy. As the Policy and Community Advocate with Add The Words, Idaho, Nikson champions LGBTQIA+ rights and works towards the inclusion of all Idahoans. Their strategic communication and collaboration expertise guides their efforts to address economic security, strengthen public schools, and engage young people in the political process. In 2024 Nikson ran for office in the Idaho legislature, Nikson aims to bring diverse representation and an intentional, empathetic, and strategic approach to policy-making in Idaho.

Unlock new levels of creativity

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  • "This course was by far the most helpful and applicable course I have taken yet! Thank you so much! I have learned an actual ton and have already begun implementing it into my current role."

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  • "This was truly an experience that I have benefited greatly from, as I've been able to apply everything I have learned directly to my career and building my career. In fact, this course helped me get my first career job at Micron! So thank you very much."

    Logan T.

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