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Project Readiness Checklist (30 Questions)

Project Self-Assessment Tool

As part of our commitment to supporting your project planning and execution, we offer a complimentary self-assessment tool designed specifically for project owners and consultants. This assessment helps identify gaps, opportunities, and readiness levels across key project parameters—such as compliance, financial planning, risk management, and sustainability. The insights generated can guide strategic decisions, highlight potential areas for improvement, and align your project with best practices before implementation begins.

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1. Are you a Project Owner / Client or Consultant?

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2. Can you explain your core business idea in a single sentence? ✅ If it takes more than one sentence, simplify your message.

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3. Who is your target market, and what specific problem are you solving? ✅ The clearer the problem-solution fit, the more investible your venture.

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4. How does your solution differ from competitors or existing alternatives? ✅ Lack of differentiation may weaken investor interest.

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5. Do you have a documented and validated business model? ✅ A business model canvas or Lean Canvas helps here.

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6. Have you conducted a feasibility or pre-market study? ✅ Data-backed assumptions build investor confidence.

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7. What is your customer acquisition strategy? ✅ A weak GTM plan signals operational immaturity.

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8. How scalable is your business, both operationally and geographically? ✅ Clarify what scale looks like—tech, reach, cost efficiency.

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9. Do you have historical financial data or traction reports? ✅ Real revenue or user traction always strengthens the case.

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10. Have you prepared realistic and well-researched financial projections? ✅ Overly optimistic figures may be flagged by investors.

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11. What is your current burn rate and runway? ✅ Helps investors assess urgency and risk.

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12. What are your main revenue streams and pricing strategies? ✅ Lack of clear revenue model is a red flag.

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13. Do you know your breakeven point? ✅ Knowing this number helps demonstrate capital efficiency.

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14. What is your funding requirement, and how will it be used? ✅ Avoid “general growth” – tie funds to concrete goals.

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15. What kind of returns (IRR/ROI) can investors expect? ✅ Unrealistic returns raise suspicion; be conservative but compelling.

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16. Is your company legally registered and compliant in all jurisdictions? ✅ Incomplete or non-compliant setups slow down deals.

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17. Do you own or license all intellectual property used in your project? ✅ IP disputes are deal-breakers—document everything.

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18. Are all founders and partners aligned on equity and roles? ✅ Ensure all shareholder agreements are signed and updated.

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19. Have you conducted legal due diligence or audit in the last 6–12 months? ✅ This can save weeks during investor scrutiny.

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20. What type of investor fits your stage and sector (VC, PE, FO, Angel)? ✅ Misalignment wastes time—research investor mandates.

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21. What is your proposed deal structure (equity %, valuation, terms)? ✅ Avoid “open to discussion” — have a ballpark valuation.

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22. Do you have a clear exit strategy for investors? ✅ IPO, buyback, M&A, secondary sales—clarify with timelines.

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23. Have you prepared a strong pitch deck aligned with investor expectations? ✅ A weak deck kills interest, even with a great project.

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24. Have you benchmarked your valuation with similar deals in your industry? ✅ Use industry comparables or third-party valuation reports.

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25. Are you willing to offer seats, covenants, or convertible terms? ✅ Flexibility shows maturity—prepare in advance.

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26. Have you identified key business and funding risks? ✅ Use a SWOT or risk matrix.

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27. Do you have an ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) policy? ✅ Align with UN SDGs or create a basic ESG brief.

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28. Is your governance framework investor-friendly and ethical? ✅ Lack of governance deters serious investors.

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29. Have you created a crisis management or continuity plan? ✅ Shows maturity and risk foresight.

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30. Do you have a complete investor documentation pack ready? ✅ Investors appreciate professionalism—have it all in one link or folder.

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