Sep 10
Can you explain what makes a good pitch?
Very interesting question because a pitch is like a piece of art. That’s why its “Art of the Deal” or “Art of the Pitch”. It can be anything from your hand movements and eye contact to the information you’re providing. To the way your voice fluctuates during key moments or the silence and the way you reply to the questions that have been asked. It is for YOU to maximize all the attributes you have as a person when communicating and to try to stay away from your weakest points to provide the best pitch possible. Of course, it’s always best to have as much information that you can provide, but they say 70% of communication is body language, 20% is how you say it, and 10% is what you’re saying.
Good Luck!
Daymond John
Sep 10
To be considered for Shark Tank, how much detail on their business does a contestant have to provide? I was surprised that the Turbobaster lady got a deal with no understanding of the market, costs, or even a working prototype. Don’t get me wrong, I was happy for her, just surprised!
The contestants are screened to see if they have criminal records, AND, if they own the actual business or domain that they are pitching. The reality is that a lot of people do not know market share, the cost of prototypes or have great business plans. Shark Tank allows people to come onto the show and pitch in that exact format! Naturally, that is apart of the entertainment, as well as the education. If you don’t know your own business, you will sink.
Good Luck & hope to see you soon on the show!
Daymond
Sep 06
Source; ww.examiner.com
Author: Gerard Spinks
Daymond John is a true business leader. He really represents a strong African-American business leader on ABC’s Shark Tank show airing tonight and every Sunday on ABC. Most people do not realize how much of a true shark Mr. John is and I mean that in a good way. Don’t just learn from him and the other great show hosts as there’s not enough time on the show to truly understand the power of Daymond John and what he has done to the urban landscape in America and worldwide.
To truly dive into the mind of Daymond John, his book Display of Power is a must read for all entrepreneurs who want to start, develop, and grow a brand. Mr. John and his companies control several large name brand clothing brands in the United States and abroad. The brands under his tutelage, control, and influence include FUBU, COOGI, Heatherette, and Drunkn Munky.
Most African Americans know Mr. Daymond John from FUBU as most of us at some point have worn some lime green, red, yellow, or orange jeans back in the day. He continues his clothing line now with COOGI and other offerings. The most important aspect of learning about Daymond John lies in what he knows and teaches about personal power and brand management. For true business marketing, you do not need to be on the ABC Shark Tank show. You can find out everything online and learn how Daymond John builds brands from his web properties. Follow the leader. Do it now.
Sep 03
Source: Realitywanted.com
Summer’s No. 1 new unscripted network series, “Shark Tank,” can’t be stopped! Entering its fifth episode, the show that gives budding entrepreneurs a chance to make their dreams come true continues to bring in strong ratings, increasing its female audience, and is No. 1 in Total Viewers for new network reality series. In just four weeks, the “Sharks” have bitten at the chance to invest over $2 million dollars in the unique business ideas and products presented to them by the show’s contestants.
Last week alone the “Sharks” snatched up opportunities to invest $550,000 of their own money in such ideas as a playpen cover and an internet business that allows users to buy and sell unwanted gift cards. On the episode airing SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 (9:00-10:00 p.m., ET), the “Sharks” are pitched ideas for a state of the art push-up device, a unique health bar, a swine flu mask, a celebration-of-life party company and an online therapy journal.
