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Be your authentic self: #PitchPro Timothy McLemore
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This episode of “Pitch Live with Amy Summers'' podcast follows the passionate journey of Timothy McLemore, founder of Essential Haus, a Miami-based non-profit that supports LGBTQ+ individuals affected by domestic violence and homelessness. In his book, "Love Is Not Abuse," Timothy shares his own personal experiences with domestic abuse in a gay relationship and provides resources and hope for others in similar situations. As a community organizer, social media influencer, and skilled networker, Timothy's mission is to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ relationship issues, and provide a safe space for anyone living a truth not widely accepted by mainstream society.
Key pitching takeaways from Timothy McLemore on this episode of “Pitch Live”:
- Be Genuine: Authenticity is key to yourself and your story.
- Lead with Pain Points: Begin your pitch with the problems and challenges.
- Create Community: Cultivate supporters around your cause to gain momentum.
- Listen Actively: Be real in your interactions and show you care.
- Return to Your Stomping Grounds: Leverage past connections by revisiting familiar places and people.
- Embrace Rejection: Your pitch isn’t for everyone, so keep pushing until you find the right people who will open the door for you.
Join Amy Summers for #PitchLive with #PitchPro Timothy McLemore to access Timothy’s pitching strategies and success stories that prove the power of #ThePitch ☎️🤩
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