Where and how to present your pitch 1

28 Feb 2026 · 2 min

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In this instructional YouTube video, David Julian Price and a co‑speaker discuss practical tactics for delivering an effective pitch at a networking event. The conversation begins with a question about dress code and quickly shifts to the importance of physical positioning. They illustrate the scenario with a car‑dealer‑sponsored networking function where attendees gather around flashy vehicles. The speakers emphasize that where you stand—especially moving toward the front and stepping forward—conveys confidence and makes you more visible to the entire room. They also touch on inclusivity, noting that advice should apply to all genders and audiences. Throughout, the tone remains conversational yet instructional, offering concrete, actionable tips that viewers can apply immediately to improve their pitch presence.

So David, what else is important about delivering my pitch? How should I dress, for instance?
Well, I wish you hadn't have said you, because I can't be— I'm not qualified to talk so much about women, but I can talk about men.
Okay.
But also about women generally.
Yeah.
So, everyone. Let's start with everyone.
Everyone, okay.
First of all, first of all, where you stand is important. Okay. So if you're at a networking function, let's say you're at a networking function that's been sponsored by a car dealer. Now that's— everyone's gonna be standing in a group in the showroom with the flashy cars.
Yeah.
Now, if you're going to give your pitch, you want to be seen. So you want to make sure that when they start doing the pitches, you move to the front. So that when you do give your pitch, you step forward, which immediately says, this person's confident. You haven't said a word yet. You've just stepped forward. Probably no one else will. So you're the only person that steps forward. So confidence. What does confidence say to people about your likely ability You're probably good at what you do. Yes, you're probably good at what you do. So step 1 is get to the front and then step forward and choose a part of the room where you can be seen by almost everyone, if not everyone. So if it's— if you happen to be tucked in a corner, move around, move at the back of the group so that you get yourself into the position where you can be seen clearly.