How to increase your chances of being selected
Por Fernanda Alvarenga·Publicado a 6/16/2026
On Startup Matchbox, a strong application is not only about the technology being presented.
What matters most is clearly demonstrating how the solution addresses the challenge and why it makes sense in that specific context.
The strongest applications are usually those that combine clarity, applicability, and alignment with the identified need.
Understand the challenge before responding
Before submitting an application, it is important to understand the context behind the challenge and the problem the company is trying to solve.
Rather than focusing only on features or technical details, the priority should be explaining:
what problem the solution solves;
how it can be applied in that context;
what impact it can generate.
The more aligned the application is with the challenge, the more relevant it becomes.
Be clear and objective
An effective response should be simple, direct, and focused on what matters most.
In many cases, less is more: clearly explaining the value proposition and applicability of the solution is more important than presenting generic information about the startup.
Companies want to quickly understand:
what the solution does;
why it is relevant;
how it can be applied.
Demonstrate maturity and execution capability
Solutions do not need to be fully finished, but it is important to demonstrate execution capability.
Whenever possible, it helps to include:
relevant previous experience;
pilots or similar projects;
technical capability of the team;
concrete examples of application.
This helps build confidence in the solution’s potential.
Think collaboration, not just application
Startup Matchbox was designed to create collaboration opportunities between startups and companies.
For this reason, the strongest applications are usually those that demonstrate openness to adapt, test, and evolve the solution together with the company.
More than a selection process, the goal is to enable real-world collaboration.
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