# What is Reference Check?

A call to someone who has worked with the founders or used the product, made to test what the pitch says. The most useful ones often include people the founder did not suggest.

## In real work

Sofia's last reference check was with a former customer the founder had not listed, who explained plainly why her team stopped using the product.

## Related terms

- [SAFE](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/safe.md)
- [Valuation Cap](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/valuation-cap.md)
- [Dilution](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/dilution.md)
- [Pro Rata](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/pro-rata.md)
- [Limited Partner](https://prompthausapp.com/learn/limited-partner.md)

## How is this different from Googling it?

Google gives a definition. Prompthaus pairs each term with how it shows up in standups, PRs, prompts, and design reviews. Then it quizzes you until the word sticks. One term a day on iPhone.

- Category: Venture
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