"You want to highlight the key elements of the product, but ultimately investors are buying into the team (i.e. the founders), the passion, and the belief that you can execute on what you claim you can execute on."<p>I'd disagree with this. I think you need to evaluate the people you're pitching to and understand what makes them happy. Some are very team-centric... Many are not.<p><a href="http://venturehacks.com/articles/vernon-on-angels" rel="nofollow">http://venturehacks.com/articles/vernon-on-angels</a><p>That's a good read on the subject (for angels).<p>You also have to play to your strengths. If you're a first time entrepreneur fresh out of college, an emphasis on your team might not be such a good idea.<p>Otherwise, a good post!