Application
Best Practices
Alliance’s acceptance rate ranges between 1% and 1.5%; you compete with many hundreds of highly qualified teams. Here are our recommendations for standing out.
1. Help us quickly understand what your company does. Avoid grandiose visions and use direct comparisons to clarify your product's value proposition (e.g. “We're X for Y”).
2. Communicate your ideas with a high signal-to-noise ratio. Cut unnecessary words and jargon from your application. The easier you make it for us to review your application, the more likely you are to qualify for an interview.
3. Avoid generalities – use precise numbers and facts to differentiate your application. All Web3 startups will say, for example, that they're building great products or “giving back” ownership to users. If a statement can be said by any Web3 startup it typically won't help you stand out.
4. Teach us something new that challenges our perspective. We're eager to learn about new ideas and insights, including unique problem-solving methods or intriguing customer behaviors. The founders we accept into the program often broaden our horizons and inspire us to push the limits of what's possible.
5. Get a referral from an alumnus or DAO member. We trust the judgement of our community. Convincing them to formally refer you through our community platform will increase your odds of admission.
6. Prepare for your interview. Follow the “Alliance Interview Guidelines”, arrive on time, and have answers ready for common questions. Keep your answers conversational and concise, avoiding long tangents. The more questions we can ask, the better we can understand your product and the opportunity.