Pitch Readiness Check Radar Chart Template

About this template

Investors decide whether to keep listening within the first two minutes of a pitch, which means readiness across every section of the deck matters more than any single slide. This template scores a fundraising pitch on narrative clarity, traction, market sizing, team slide strength, financials, and ask clarity so founders can see exactly where the deck falls short of the investor bar before walking into a real meeting. Plot your current deck against a 'target' shape based on what strong pitches in your stage and category typically show, and the gaps become an actionable checklist rather than vague nervousness about 'something feeling off.' It's especially useful run by a mentor or advisor who has seen many pitches, since founders are often blind to weak spots in the story they've told themselves a hundred times. Re-score after each major rewrite to track whether the deck is actually improving or just changing.