just curious, but why aren’t more investors cool with founders sending YC apps instead of decks? (or are they?)

like i’m writing both now, and i just find YC’s memo to be so much better at pulling out the important info.

is it just length of time it takes to skim?

because they have a lot more pattern matching on a pitch deck

making a good deck (content, not formatting) requires a high degree of clarity

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because they have a lot more pattern matching on a pitch deck

making a good deck (content, not formatting) requires a high degree of clarity

https://www.slideshare.net/PitchDeckCoach/sequoia-capital-pitchdecktemplate

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Good point on the clarity. I still intend to be as clear as possible on the YC app, but it is definitely longer form than a deck. And I'm sure ppl write essays.

and this is the template I've been following! (per your rec, ty)

also, would be cool to get tyler cowen on here!

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I guess I should note I'm talking more about angels and very early funds... not like Seed/Series A

The job of YC in part is to hone your deck / pitch so you’re set up well to OTHER investors. 

YC has their app template because it helps them find the people they think they can improve & target at VCs