Pitch Deck Outline Template

Most investors want to see a short pitch deck before they read a business plan. This outline gives you the 12 slides that appear in most successful decks, with prompts for what to put on each one, so you can build your deck in any presentation tool.

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1 page, portrait layout
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Who this template is for

Startups raising angel or seed money
Pitch competition entrants
Founders preparing for accelerator interviews

How to fill it in

Fill in each slide prompt with one key message.
Keep it to 10 to 15 slides.
Use a chart wherever you can instead of text.
Put traction near the front if you have it.
Practice the pitch out loud in under 10 minutes.
Send a PDF version, not the editable file.

What is inside

Pitch Deck Outline
Slide table

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Frequently asked questions

How many slides should a pitch deck have?

About 10 to 15 slides is standard. Fewer is often better.

Is a pitch deck a replacement for a business plan?

For early investors it often comes first, but having a written plan helps you answer due diligence questions.

Is this pitch deck outline template free to use?

Yes. Download it, edit it and use it for your own business at no cost. No account or email address is required.

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