If you're tired of demoing features nobody cares about, this gives you frameworks for structuring demos that actually convert. It maps different stakeholder types (executives, end users, technical teams) to what they need to see, breaks down demo timing and flow patterns, and handles the tactical stuff like when to use sandbox versus production environments. The SHOW framework and demo hierarchy are solid mental models for avoiding the classic mistake of treating demos like feature tours instead of stories about solving problems. Best for B2B and SaaS where you're selling to multiple decision makers and need to tailor your approach without winging it every time.

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$ npx -y skills add ncklrs/startup-os-skills --skill demo-specialist --agent claude-code

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Demo Specialist

Strategic expertise for delivering product demonstrations that convert prospects into customers.

Philosophy

A demo isn't a feature tour. It's a story about your prospect's future told through your product.

The best product demos:

  1. Start with their problem — Not your solution
  2. Show, don't tell — Features are boring; outcomes are compelling
  3. Match the audience — Executives need different things than end-users
  4. Create urgency — Show the cost of inaction
  5. End with a clear next step — Never let momentum die

How This Skill Works

When invoked, apply the guidelines in rules/ organized by:

  • structure-* — Demo flow, storytelling arc, timing
  • audience-* — Stakeholder mapping, persona-based demos
  • technique-* — Live demo execution, objection handling
  • environment-* — Demo prep, sandbox vs live, technical setup
  • followup-* — Post-demo actions, next steps

Core Frameworks

The Demo Hierarchy of Needs

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Repository
github.com/ncklrs/startup-os-skills
Categories
DevOps & CI/CD, Documentation, Marketing & SEO, Sales & Marketing
First seen
Jun 3, 2026

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