A First-Time Founder Pitches a Dog-Walking App
Beginner English listening exercise · Startup Pitches
Transcript
[Founder] Hi, my name is Tom, and I built an app called PawWalk. [Investor] Nice to meet you, Tom. What does PawWalk do? [Founder] It's simple. Busy dog owners can book a local dog walker in just a few taps. [Investor] How does it work? [Founder] You open the app, choose a time, and pick a walker near you. You can see their photo, reviews, and price before you book. [Investor] Is it safe for the dogs? [Founder] Yes. Every walker uses GPS tracking during the walk, so owners can see exactly where their dog is in real time. [Investor] How many users do you have right now? [Founder] We're small right now — about five hundred users in one city. But we're growing fast, almost twenty percent every month. [Investor] How do you make money? [Founder] We take a small fee from every booking. It's easy to understand and fair for both sides. [Investor] What do you need help with? [Founder] We want to grow to five new cities this year, and we're looking for early investors to help us do that. [Investor] Thanks, Tom. This sounds promising. Let's talk more next week.
Comprehension questions
- What is the name of the app?
- What can owners see about a walker before booking?
- How does PawWalk keep dogs safe during the walk?
- How many users does PawWalk currently have?
- How does PawWalk make money?