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In the last episode of TechStars, we saw why it is so important to choose the right name for your startup.

In this episode, we’ll get an inside look at how startups in an accelerator program prepare for the annual Demo Day, a rite of passage at which they present to a room full of investors and journalists.

One of the big secrets to a successful pitch is to practice, practice, practice. Before presenting on Demo Day, startups at TechStars will have pitched their business to fellow entrepreneurs, advisers and other peers over 100 times — often purposely subjecting themselves to harsh criticism that will prepare them for the critical eye of potential investors.

To read the full, original article click on this link: Startup Stakes: Everything's Riding on the Pitch [VIDEO]