application-review

name	Application Review
description	Score a startup application against the admission bar into an admit / hold / pass call.
category	Ops

Application Review

Read an application and judge it against the same bar as every other, ending in a clear recommendation.

When to use

• Applications are open and need a first-pass filter.
• A borderline application needs a consistent second read.

Steps

1. Extract the team, the problem, and the traction claimed.
2. Assess the founders — insight, drive, and ability to build.
3. Judge the market and whether the timing is right.
4. Check traction quality, not just the headline number.
5. Recommend admit, hold, or pass against the [[Admission bar]].

Output

A per-application scorecard with an admit / hold / pass call and the reasoning. The operator makes the final admission decision.