So, for my first blog, I am sharing with my fellow female entrepreneurs what and how I learned the “language of venture.”

Here are a few suggestions that worked for me:

1. Attend pitch sessions. Most angel groups have showcases. (you can Google angel showcase in your area; or if you don’t find any, check out www.vator.com, the www.pitch.com or other online pitching opportunities. (Note: a “pitch” is exactly what it sounds like — you explain your idea in concise, clear language designed to let your potential investor see what you see in the idea with an end goal of getting them to give you money to do it.) I’d also suggest seeking the advice of others in the audience. If you’re lucky enough as I was to sit next to someone who will take the time to critique the pitches for you (my chance meeting was with Ted Driscoll, angel, VC and now friend extraordinaire…), then take advantage of the fact that most have probably seen hundreds of these pitch’s and can focus you on the most effective way to clearly and concisely present your business and connect with potential investors.