Many founders dive into building startups and seeking funding with minimal preparation. Often, they launch without truly knowing if their venture can withstand basic scrutiny-let alone the rigorous evaluation of investors.

Early revenue and traction can sometimes give a false sense of security, masking underlying weaknesses.

For the first time, The Great Unicorn Hunt offers founders the same comprehensive scrutiny-across 12 key areas-that VC firms use to assess startups. If you want your startup stress-tested before your next investor call, read on.