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Can I Use a Document to Create a Goal?

Can I upload a document instead of entering all of my startup information manually? Can Startups.com use my pitch deck to help create my Goal?

Yes. If you already have a pitch deck or another document containing information about your startup, you can upload it while creating a Goal. Startups.com can use the information in your document to help populate the details needed to generate your Goal, saving you from having to enter everything manually.

Uploading a Document as a New User

If you're logging in to Startups.com for the first time, you'll be prompted to tell us what you're trying to accomplish.

  1. From the Home page, locate the field under Startup Growth Engine.
  2. Click the document upload icon next to the field.
  3. Select the document containing information about your startup.
  4. The system will use the information from your document to help you get started with creating your Goal.
  5. Review the information as you continue through the Goal creation process.

Uploading a Pitch Deck When Creating Another Goal

If you already have a Goal and want to create another one, you can also provide your startup information using your pitch deck.

  1. Start the process of creating a new Goal.
  2. Select what you'd like to accomplish.
  3. When you reach the Create a Goal page, locate Briefly explain your startup.
  4. Click Upload Pitch Deck.
  5. Upload your pitch deck and continue creating your Goal.
  6. Review the information before proceeding to make sure it accurately represents your startup.

For complete instructions on creating a Goal, see How Do I Create a Goal?

Why Upload a Document?

Uploading an existing document makes it easier to provide Startups.com with context about your business without having to start from scratch.

A pitch deck, for example, may already contain important information about your startup, allowing the system to use those details as context when helping you create your Goal.

Notes

  • Pitch decks are especially useful because they typically contain key information about your startup in one document.
  • Always review the information generated from your document to make sure it's accurate and up to date.
  • You can still enter your startup information manually if you prefer not to upload a document.
  • Once your Goal is created, you can update the information later through Edit Goal.