Raising your first round? Your pitch deck matters more than you think.

Many founders unknowingly make small mistakes that hurt their chances with investors. In this episode, we break down 10 common but critical pitch deck errors and how to fix them. Listen in to make sure your deck leaves a strong first impression.

Key Takeaways (these are massively summarised, listen to the episode for nuance)

✅ Too Much Text – Keep it clear, concise, and scannable 📄

✅ Poor Team Slide Placement – Investors want to know who you are early on 👥

✅ Missing Contact Info – Make it easy for investors to reach out 📩

✅ Cluttered Design – A clean, professional layout builds credibility 🎨

✅ Unclear Problem Statement – need to quickly understand why your startup matters ❓

✅ Lack of Market Size Data – Show the big opportunity 📊

✅ Weak Business Model – Clearly explain how you’ll make money 💰

✅ Unconvincing Traction – Be transparent, but highlight momentum 🚀

Tune in for deeper insights on how to refine your deck and get investor attention.

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