Matthew grumbled under his breath as he stepped into the elevator, eager to escape the building. As a young entrepreneur, he'd been searching for investors to support his business, but it seemed like a hopeless endeavor. Some investors showed no interest, while others demanded too much equity.

Just as the doors were about to close, a person slipped in, pressing the button to head down. However, after a few moments, the elevator jolted to a sudden halt, refusing to budge. Matthew and the person tried everything, but the elevator remained stuck.

A calm, automated voice came over the intercom, "Sorry for the inconvenience. Maintenance is working on the elevator, and it will take some time. Thank you for your patience."

As they waited, Matthew and the person engaged in small talk. That's when he discovered they were a businessperson with the potential to invest in his venture. If he could make a compelling pitch, this chance encounter might be the turning point he'd been searching for.

Matthew's excitement and anxiety surged as he asked, "Excuse me, since we're stuck here for a while, would you mind if I made a business pitch?" His tone was confident yet laced with nervous anticipation. This elevator pitch could be his ticket to success.