FounderFit℠

Demographic Inputs (1/3)

Time to Complete: ~10 minutes

Output: PDF FounderFit℠ report delivered to your email.

Welcome to the FounderFit℠ analysis.

This is similar to a personality test designed to help you think through your strengths and weaknesses pertaining to the startup founder role. The three primary sections are:

Founder-Idea Fit (expertise solving this particular problem)
Founder-Context Fit (experience in a startup and in leadership)
Founder-Culture Fit (entrepreneurial mindset)

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First Name *

Last Name *

Email (we will send your results here) *

Startup Name *

How did you hear about us? *

Google / web search
LinkedIn / social media
Email
Referred by a founder
Referred by an investor
Referred by a startup network
Networking or pitch event
Other
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Founder-Idea and Founder-Context Fit (4/6)

Please answer the following questions regarding your previous experience

How long have you been actively developing this startup idea? *

< 1 year

1 - 5 years

5 - 10 years

> 10 years

What experience do you have selling this solution? *

No previous experience

I have sold products/services in a similar context

I have sold products/services solving this problem

How much experience do you have serving, interviewing, and networking with your target customer group? *

< 1 year

1 - 5 years

5 - 10 years

> 10 years

How much experience do you have in the target market and industry? *

< 1 year

1 - 5 years

5 - 10 years

> 10 years

Do you have industry contacts with whom to form alliances and channel partnerships? *

Not yet

Some connections

Well-connected in the industry

Please comment on why you are the best person to build this particular startup (optional)

How much experience do you have in the business model you are pursuing, e.g. SaaS app business with recurring revenue? *

No previous experience

< 1 year

1 - 5 years

5 - 10 years

> 10 years

How much experience do you have working in a VC-backed startup environment? *

No previous experience

Non-founder, non-C-level at previous startup

Founder or C-level at previous startup that raised <$1m of capital

Founder or C-level at previous startup that raised $1m+ of capital

Founder or C-level at previous startup that raised $1m+ of capital and had an exit of 2x or more for investors

How much experience do you have as a CEO, general manager, military commander, or similar role where you have had the sole responsibility for successfully leading an organization? *

No previous experience

< 1 year

1 - 5 years

5 - 10 years

> 10 years

Please comment on why you will thrive as a startup leader (optional)

Founder-Culture Fit (5/6)

Please check any of the following that apply to you:

I hold a graduate degree from an accredited program

I was a National Merit Scholar, National Latin Scholar, National AP Scholar, or equivalent

I hold a professional certification or license such as FINRA, CPA, insurance, etc.

I hold a technical certification such as AWS, Agile, or Scrum

I've led or been a key contributor to a multi-year research project

I’ve published a work, academic or professional, such as an article, book, or white paper

In the past year, I’ve maintained a journal or regularly documented my goals, thoughts, and reflections

In the past year, I’ve attended a workshop or conference focused on personal or professional development

I spend an average of 30 minutes daily reading or listening to books to expand my knowledge

I'm actively consuming industry-related journals, blogs, or podcasts on a weekly basis

In the past year, I’ve completed a class, course, or certification program, either in-person or online

I’m conversant in two or more languages or am actively studying a new language

I’ve participated in an entrepreneurial development program such as Y-Combinator, Techstars, or Gener8tor

I regularly meet with a mentor and seek feedback

I’ve held a commission-only sales role

I’ve sold products door-to-door

I’ve held a cold-calling, canvassing, or missionary role

I’m actively involved in alumni or professional networks

I’ve raised funds for a charity

I’ve planned and led events or conferences

I’ve been a collegiate speech and debate team member

I’m an active public speaker or a conference presenter

I’ve invested in startups as an angel investor

I hold a finance-focused certification or advanced degree (CFA, CPA, accredited MS or MBA in Finance/Accounting, or equivalent)

I’ve led an organization/division with full P&L responsibility for at least one year

I’ve helped turn around a failing business

I’ve traded options or cryptocurrency

I’ve raised capital from investors

I’ve negotiated the acquisition or sale of a business

I’ve performed in the arts on stage as an adult

I’ve written or composed original works of art, music, or literature

I’ve developed and published a patent

I’ve developed and published a unique software product

I’m a social media content creator with a blog, podcast, or YouTube channel

I’ve participated in a hack-a-thon

I graduated from a private boarding school

I graduated from a military academy

I was a varsity collegiate athlete

I hold a black belt in martial arts

I served in the military in a special operations role or as an aviator

I’ve experienced a major career pivot or lost a job and successfully took a new direction at higher compensation

I engage in high-intensity exercise at least 4 times per week for 30+ minutes

I completed a marathon, triathlon, or similar endurance competition

I wake up at a consistent time even on the weekends

I trained consistently for 5+ years in a competitive sport (baseball, martial arts, etc.) or fine art (dance, music, etc.)

I competed in an event at the national or international level (debate, spelling bee, 4H, pageant, music, sports, etc.)

I attained the highest level rank in a national youth organization (Eagle Scout or equivalent)

I’ve experienced a startup failure and applied the lessons learned to new endeavors

I grew up working in my family's business

I grew up working on my family's farm or ranch

I’m a 1st or 2nd generation immigrant

I ran a paper route, ran lemonade stands, mowed lawns, shoveled snow, walked dogs or babysat on a regular basis as a student

I have had a profitable side hustle selling goods or services

I've started or revitalized a club, movement, community group, or charity

Please comment on why you thrive in an entrepreneurial environment (optional)