DeckGuru is a free AI-powered online tool hat analyzes your pitch deck and provides feedback to help you improve it.
Entrepreneurs can use it to improve their pitch decks before presenting them to potential investors.
DeckGuru uses AI to examine each page of your pitch deck. It then offers specific suggestions for improvement.
I tested DeckGuru by uploading a Harvard Business School pitch deck, “New Venture Competition.” The tool quickly analyzed each page and offered detailed feedback on several aspects.
For example, the cover page was too generic and lacked a clear business mission or tagline. DeckGuru recommended replacing it with a more compelling image and slogan. It also pointed out that the goal of the presentation should be more specific, addressing the unique objectives of the deck.
DeckGuru highlighted various improvements for slides like the problem, solution, and market analysis. It advised clarifying the problem by providing quantifiable details and identifying the target customer. The solution needed more explanation, including how the product addresses the problem and its unique selling points. Market data and competitive analysis were also flagged for being too broad, with suggestions to include specific trends, competitor strengths, and weaknesses.
In addition, the tool critiqued the business model, financial projections, and team slides, urging the addition of concrete numbers and key milestones. These insights can be invaluable for entrepreneurs, allowing them to refine their decks and present a more persuasive case to investors.
How to use it:
1. Visit the DeckGuru web app and upload your pitch deck in PDF format. Please note that the file size should be less than 20 MB and the deck should have fewer than 20 pages.
2. Once uploaded, DeckGuru’s AI will begin analyzing the content. For a 16-page deck, the analysis took around a minute, though times will vary based on the file size and number of pages.
3. Review the AI-generated feedback. DeckGuru will provide a page-by-page analysis of your deck and offers specific suggestions for improvement in areas like clarity, content, and visual appeal. It will point out areas where your deck might be too general or lacking in detail, similar to the feedback I received on the Harvard Business School template. It will offer guidance on strengthening your arguments, presenting data effectively, and crafting a compelling narrative.
FAQs:
Q: What is a pitch deck?
A: A pitch deck is a presentation entrepreneurs use to showcase their business ideas to potential investors. It typically covers key aspects like the problem, solution, market opportunity, financials, and team.
Q: Can DeckGuru help with pitch deck design?
A: DeckGuru focuses on content analysis rather than design. However, it may suggest improvements in visual elements and slide structure to enhance your presentation.
Q: What type of feedback does DeckGuru provide?
A: DeckGuru provides feedback on various aspects, including content, clarity, structure, visuals, and overall effectiveness. It aims to help you create a more compelling and persuasive pitch deck.
