What it does
Use this checklist as a preparation guide before speaking with any venture capital investor. Ideal for founders who want to ensure they're not leaving blind spots — from messy cap tables to lack of fund returner narrative. The 6 blocks follow the logic of what investors actually evaluate, according to Isa from Astella on the Clube dos 10x podcast. Each item includes a guiding question for self-assessment and common mistakes to help you avoid the traps that kill deals during due diligence. The checklist adapts to your stage and target investor type. Combine with the Diagnostic to understand where you stand and the Action Plan to prioritize the next 90 days.
When to use
- Use this checklist as a preparation guide before speaking with any venture capital investor
- Ideal for founders who want to ensure they're not leaving blind spots — from messy cap tables to lack of fund returner narrative
- The 6 blocks follow the logic of what investors actually evaluate, according to Isa from Astella on the Clube dos 10x podcast
- Each item includes a guiding question for self-assessment and common mistakes to help you avoid the traps that kill deals during due diligence
What you will get
A structured result ready to use, personalized for your context.