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StartupsMay 18, 20264 min read

My First Pitch Event at IT Park

Today was both challenging and amazing. I joined a pitch event at IT Park with almost no preparation, presented GatherUP in front of people, and learned a powerful lesson about preparation, courage, and showing up.

Mus’ab speaking at an IT Park pitch event

Today was both challenging and amazing.

Yesterday, out of nowhere, I decided to present GatherUP at a pitch event in IT Park. Frankly, I wasn’t prepared at all. After applying, I didn’t even try to prepare properly.

All I did was go to Tashkent and ask ChatGPT to finish the platform in one night.

But it didn’t. 😶‍🌫️😭
Yeah, sometimes I’m lazy.

When I arrived, I registered and waited for my turn. There were many brilliant and strong startups from different business directions. One presenter even had an app that helps young people from Uzbekistan become another Khusanov. That statement was shocking, but also really interesting. I wish I had recorded that moment.

For a moment, I thought:

Why did I even come here with no preparation?

But everything went in the opposite direction from what I expected.

When it was my turn to go up and speak about GatherUP, stress and fear of being judged hit me. Somehow, I managed to speak in all four languages. I didn’t even notice it while I was talking.

Anyway, I think I represented the website in front of the public not badly.

Next time, I won’t neglect preparation before pitching.

In conclusion, I’m really glad I attended today’s event. I’ll let you know when similar opportunities appear, so you can also share your excellent ideas with the world.

As always,
Zetfri