


Investor GAP Framework Checklist
Use this before you pitch — or risk being politely passed on.
If your pitch lacks one of the 3 GAP elements, investors won’t say no — they’ll just… ghost. This tool helps make sure they don’t.
Use this before you pitch — or risk being politely passed on.
If your pitch lacks one of the 3 GAP elements, investors won’t say no — they’ll just… ghost. This tool helps make sure they don’t.
Use this before you pitch — or risk being politely passed on.
If your pitch lacks one of the 3 GAP elements, investors won’t say no — they’ll just… ghost. This tool helps make sure they don’t.
What It Is:
A simple, no-fluff checklist based on the GAP Pitch Framework — the 3 elements every investor looks for:
• Goals: What you’re planning to do
• Accomplishments: What you’ve already done
• Plan: How you’re going to do it
Use this checklist to pressure-test your pitch and instantly spot weak areas that turn investors off.
Perfect For:
• Pre-seed to Series A founders
• Teams prepping for Demo Day, investor intros, or pitch competitions
• Anyone struggling to get a second meeting with VCs
What You’ll Get:
• A 1-page downloadable GAP Checklist (PDF)
• Real investor red flags to avoid
• Space to self-score your current pitch and fix imbalances fast
Why It Matters:
If your pitch lacks one of the 3 GAP elements, investors won’t say no — they’ll just… ghost. This tool helps make sure they don’t.
Price: Free Download
Format: 1-page PDF (fillable & printable)