How to Vet a Deal Before You Apply

Basic due diligence. Know who you're potentially working with.

Funded doesn't mean runway. Revenue doesn't mean profitable. Dig deeper.

Track record matters. First-time founders have steeper learning curves.

Real customer sentiment, unfiltered. Red flags appear in reviews.

Can you sell what you don't understand? Demo or trial the product.

Historical data predicts your experience. No data = experiment.

Best signal. If they won't provide, ask why.

No handshake deals. Everything in writing, signed by both parties.

Will you get leads? Technical support for demos? Know the support level.

What does good look like? Align expectations early.