The key idea of the video is to keep cold emails to investors short and readable, focusing on the problem you're solving, your solution, and any launch or growth, and to use simple language, a standard pitch deck format, and avoid overwhelming investors with too much information in the initial exchange.

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  Tips for cold emailing investors: keep it short, make it readable in 60 seconds or less, focus on explaining the problem you're solving and your solution, and mention if you've launched or have any growth.
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  Provide raw facts about your co-founders, coding ability, and controversial knowledge of the market/opportunity without using jargon when pitching your idea.
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  Use simple language when pitching to investors, send emails from a company email address with your name in it to avoid confusion and ensure investors can access information about you.
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  Use a common format for your pitch deck when seeking investment in Silicon Valley, as different industries have different styles, and avoid attaching a deck that deviates from this format.
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  Track the open rate of your emails to investors and aim for a conversation rather than trying to achieve too much in the initial exchange.
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  Keep your emails concise and easy to read so that the recipient can respond quickly within 60 to 120 seconds.
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  Don't request an in-person meeting immediately with investors, as they may have different engagement styles and may be uncomfortable if they feel pressured into a low-quality meeting.
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  When sending a cold email to an investor, keep it short, avoid multiple follow-ups, and don't describe your company first, instead, provide enticing information to get the investor to reply back.