The exact checklist I use to review founder decks before they raise — plus the AI-generated red flags that make investors close the deck in 10 seconds.

Why most decks fail It's rarely the idea. It's a bloated slide count, a buried ask, and a narrative that doesn't match the traction — or an obviously AI-written deck that reads like every other AI-written deck investors saw this week.

Inside the checklist:

• The 10-12 slide structure investors actually expect (and the order that keeps their attention)

• The exact AI-generated tells that get decks instantly deprioritized — language patterns, generic frameworks, and design giveaways

• What to fix on your weakest slides before you send anything out

• A slide-by-slide gut check you can run in under 15 minutes

FAQ

Who is this for? Pre-seed and seed founders actively building or refining a deck to raise.

Why free? Same reason as my other guides — results build trust. This is the same framework behind my paid deck + fundraising strategy work.

What format? Instant PDF download, no email drip.

Want it done for you? If you'd rather have a professionally built deck + full fundraising strategy, check out the Early-Stage Pitch Deck + Fundraising Strategy Package.