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Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Shark Tank Ice Chips Candy Tom and Chee Ryans Barkery VerbalizeIt Three Days Rule

Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Shark Tank Ice Chips Candy Tom and Chee Ryans Barkery VerbalizeIt Three Days Rule

Ice Chips Candy gets an update segment on Shark Tank.  You may recall when Yelm, California based entrepreneurs Beverly Vines-Haines & Charlotte Clary pitched their sugar free alternative mint candy.   Ice Chips Candy use Xylitol, which is an alternative sweetener.  Most of the times the Sharks enjoy the food or treats they eat and Ice Chips Candy was no exception.  The Sharks were interested as the sales had been near $1 Million Dollars for Ice Chips Candy.  This proved to … Read entire article »

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Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Shark Tank RuckPack Aldo Orta Jewelry Tie Try Cork’s Away Nearly Newlywed Wedding Dresses

Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Shark Tank RuckPack Aldo Orta Jewelry Tie Try Cork’s Away Nearly Newlywed Wedding Dresses

Appearing on Shark Tank is Rob Dyer of Noots! Nutrition, LLC which has a subsidiary product called RuckPack.  RuckPack a single-source, power-packed vitamin & energy shot.  Rob Dyer received the inspiration to create RuckPack from his background in the Marines, specifically in the Special Ops division.    Rob Dyer’s experience during active military deployment demonstrated to him that he needed an energy drink that was small in size and could deliver the results without caffeine, which can cause … Read entire article »

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Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons from Shark Tank KaZAM Balance Bike Babys The Spatty Daddy BadAss Burgers Track Days Motorcycle Movie Pink Shutter PhotoBooths

Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons from Shark Tank KaZAM Balance Bike Babys The Spatty Daddy BadAss Burgers Track Days Motorcycle Movie Pink Shutter PhotoBooths

Appearing in the Shark Tank will be Mary Beth Lugo pitching her product line of training bicycles called KaZAM training bikes.  KaZAM training bikes are designed for children between the ages of 3 and 6.  What is unique about KaZAM training bikes is that they do not have any pedals.  Yes, you read that correctly, KaZAM training bikes do NOT have any pedals.  But wait, it gets better, there are NO training wheels either on KaZAM training bikes.  … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Squirrel Boss Bird Feeder eCreamery.com GumboBrick MistoBox Coffee Vermont Butcher Block & Board Company

Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Squirrel Boss Bird Feeder eCreamery.com GumboBrick MistoBox Coffee Vermont Butcher Block & Board Company

Are you a bird lover who enjoys watching them feed in peace?  Don’t want squirrels to bother them?  Then the Squirrel Boss bird feeder just might be the product for you.  The Squirrel Boss bird feeder was developed by Pennsylvania based Mike DeSanti.  Mike DeSanti is another entrepreneur who took it upon himself to solve a problem that had been vexing him.  The bird feeder that he used in his yard at his home was constantly … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Billy Blanks Jr Dance With Me nPower Peg Mission Belt Fishing Ammo Wicked Good Cupcakes

Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Billy Blanks Jr Dance With Me nPower Peg Mission Belt Fishing Ammo Wicked Good Cupcakes

Billy Blanks Jr’s Dance With Me program will receive an update segment on Shark Tank.  You will recall that the Billy Blanks Jr’s segment for Dance With Me was a very emotional segment that featured a twist.  Usually when entrepreneurs leave the set without a verbal deal, that is the end of the story.  However, Daymond John was touched by the story and reached out to Billy Blanks Jr. to make a deal for Dance With Me … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Business Valuation Negotiation Lessons Scrub Daddy Stella Valle Geek Chic Jones Scone Luggage Pickup Valet

Shark Tank Business Valuation Negotiation Lessons Scrub Daddy Stella Valle Geek Chic Jones Scone Luggage Pickup Valet

The Scrub Daddy is one of the most popular products that has appeared on the Shark Tank.  The good news is that the versatile sponge known as the Scrub Daddy is getting an update segment.  What makes the Scrub Daddy so handy is that it easily go from soft sponge to firm enough to scrape with by simply running cold water on it.  You may recall that interest in the Scrub Daddy led to quite a bit of negotiation … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons GOBIE H2O Root Suit Liddup The Coop LA Echo Valley Meats

Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons GOBIE H2O Root Suit Liddup The Coop LA Echo Valley Meats

Do you prefer to avoid bottle water to reduce your consumption of plastic or other reasons, but dislike the taste of tap water?  If the answer is yes, then you will be interested in checking out the GOBIE H2O’s filtered water bottle.   GOBIE H2O was pitched last in the Shark Tank by Rusty Allen from San Diego, California.  GOBIE H2O’s bottles use an active carbon filter to remove the unpleasant chlorine taste and odor from your … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Negotiation & Business Valuation Lessons Drop Stop Simple Sugars Cool Wraps Traditional Fisheries Buggy Beds

Shark Tank Negotiation & Business Valuation Lessons Drop Stop Simple Sugars Cool Wraps Traditional Fisheries Buggy Beds

Maria Curcio and Veronica Perlongo from Freehold, NJ, are getting an update segment on their popular product known as Buggy Beds.  Buggy Beds is an early detection system for, you guessed it, Bed Bugs.  Shark Tank update segments usually convey good news, so we’ll expect to hear that Maria Curcio and Veronica Perlongo have experienced tremendous growth in Buggy Beds Gross Sales.  One reason that Buggy Beds made for such a memorable Shark Tank segment is that all five … Read entire article »

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Season 5 Shark Tank Open Casting Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, Philadelphia, Los Angeles

Season 5 Shark Tank Open Casting Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, Philadelphia, Los Angeles

Do you have the next Scrub Daddy, SoundBender, Magic Tattoo Remover, ReadeRest Eye-Glass Holder, Lollaland Lollacup or Vurtego Pogo Stick?  Then, Great News for you and other entrepreneurs hoping to get their business, product or idea on to Shark Tank.  Shark Tank has been renewed for a 5th season!   Coinciding with this is an announcement of the Season 5 Open Casting Schedule.  Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, Philadelphia and Los Angeles are the five cities that … Read entire article »

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Negotiation & Business Valuation Lessons from Shark Tank Cellhelment CordaRoys Bean Bag Beds Tower Paddle Boards Baby Loves Dance Lose 12 inches

Negotiation & Business Valuation Lessons from Shark Tank Cellhelment CordaRoys Bean Bag Beds Tower Paddle Boards Baby Loves Dance Lose 12 inches

The Shark Tank update segment will cover Tower Paddle Boards, which received an investment from Mark Cuban.  Tower Paddle Boards is based in San Diego, which makes a lot of sense as that is a great city for surfing related activities.  The Tower Paddle Boards are fun and easy ways to enjoy a fun time out in the ocean.  One thing to remember from the initial appearance is that while Stephan Aarstol was asking for $1.5 MM Dollar … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Neo Mag Light Tattoo Removal, PSI bands, Nuts N More, Jeska Shoe Company, SurfSet Update

Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons Neo Mag Light Tattoo Removal, PSI bands, Nuts N More, Jeska Shoe Company, SurfSet Update

Third into the Shark Tank was Neo Mag Light aka Black Magic IPL Tattoo removal is the brainchild of Nick Gonzalez & Kevin Mack from Westminster, Colorado.  Neo Mag Light aka Black Magic IPL Tattoo removal is an innovative product that allows people to remove tattoos on their own.  The product is designed for use in the home.  Neo Mag Light (Black Magic IPL) comes in a smaller version for smaller tattoos, and can be used to test … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons – Proof Wood Eyewear, Addison’s Wonderland, Muddy Water Camo, Hip Chix Denim & Liquid Money Cologne & Perfume

Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons – Proof Wood Eyewear, Addison’s Wonderland, Muddy Water Camo, Hip Chix Denim & Liquid Money Cologne & Perfume

Proof Eyewear was last into the Shark Tank to pitch it’s line of Eco friendly eyewear which is all made in America.  Proof Eyewear offers wood based frames for sunglasses and prescription eyewear.  Proof Eyewear started in 2010, and is based out of Eagle, Idaho.  Proof Eyewear is run as a family business by three brothers, Brooks, Tanner and Taylor Dame.  Proof Eyewear is sold in specialty retail stores, and online.  The story that Brooks, Tanner and … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Business Valuatiom and Offer Negotiation Lessons The SmartWheel, Gotta Have S’More, How Do You Roll Sushi, Pretty Padded Room Online Therapy & Invis-a-Rack

Shark Tank Business Valuatiom and Offer Negotiation Lessons The SmartWheel, Gotta Have S’More, How Do You Roll Sushi, Pretty Padded Room Online Therapy & Invis-a-Rack

Carmen Lindner from Marina Del Rey California is on Shark Tank to pitch her tasty looking dessert creation called Gotta Have S’More.  Carmen Lindner’s Gotta Have S’More looks to be a tasty creation that should have the sharks interested in a muffin crossed with a smore, which come in many different chocolate flavored combinations.  Gotta Have S’More’s are sold in retail outlets in the Los Angeles area, and also are sold online with two day delivery … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Business Valuations, & Negotiation Lessons Ava the Elephant CitiKitty HoodiePillow, Grinds Grounds Coffee Pouches My Cold Snap Green Garmento

Shark Tank Business Valuations, & Negotiation Lessons Ava the Elephant CitiKitty HoodiePillow, Grinds Grounds Coffee Pouches My Cold Snap Green Garmento

Update segment involves a hit product from Season 1 of the Shark Tank, known as Ava the Elephant, available on Amazon.  Tiffany Krummins is the inventor, and the update segment shows that she has great story showcasing the American Dream.  She made a product to solve a problem she had administering liquid medicines to her child.  Necessity is the mother of all invention.  With an investment from Barbara Corcoran, Ava the Elephant has taken off and … Read entire article »

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Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons with Xero Shoes Soundbender Cuddletunes Bibbitec

Shark Tank Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons with Xero Shoes Soundbender Cuddletunes Bibbitec

Bibbitec appeared in the first segment on Shark Tank.  Bibbitec was pitched by Florida entrepreneur Susie Taylor and her husband Steve.  The bibs are proudly made in America.  They were seeking $40,000 for 14% equity, which translates to over a $2.8 MM Business Valuation.  The bibs are designed to last for years, and avoid stains.  The crux of the segment came down to the price points for the product.  The product was being manufactured at a cost $15 … Read entire article »

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Getting Bidders to Bid Against Themselves Using Negotiation Leverage on Shark Tank

Getting Bidders to Bid Against Themselves Using Negotiation Leverage on Shark Tank

First into the Shark tank were David Jackson and Dave Petrillo, who are the creators of Coffee Joulies.  David Jackson and Dave Petrillo, created Coffee Joulies to solve the age old problem of keeping hot beverages at the right temperature for long time.  Coffee Joulies are stainless steel pebbles that reduce the temperature of a hot beverage to 140 degrees Fahrenheit and keep it there for hours.  The secret to the Coffee Joulies are the chemicals inside of … Read entire article »

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Marketing Questions on Shark Tank

Marketing Questions on Shark Tank

Appearing in the Shark Tank was Megan Gage of Hot Tots Haircare products which you can find on Amazon. Megan Gage was seeking $50,000 for 15% equity ($333,333.33 Business Valuation) of Hot Tots Haircare Products. Hot Tots Haircare Products are designed for babies and young children as a safer alternative to existing hair styling products that are made with unhealthy chemicals. Lori Greiner questioned the packaging design for Hot Tots Haircare, which looks sophisticated, but more … Read entire article »

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Business Models & Business Valuation Lessons from Shark Tank

Business Models & Business Valuation Lessons from Shark Tank

Last into the Shark Tank were Beverly Vines-Haines & Charlotte Clary of Ice Chips Candy. Ice Chips Candy is a sugar free alternative mint candy. Ice Chips Candy use Xylitol, which is an alternative to sugar. The candies were tasty and the Sharks all liked the business, especially after hearing that current year sales were projecting to close to $1 Million Dollars. Beverly Vines-Haines & Charlotte Clary of Ice Chips Candy had proven their business … Read entire article »

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Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons from Shark Tank

Business Valuation & Negotiation Lessons from Shark Tank

Last into the Shark Tank was Michael Tseng to pitch his innovative Plate Topper.  Michael Tseng was asking for $90,000 in exchange for 5% equity in Plate Topper, which translates to a $1.8 Million Business Valuation.  Plate Topper is a unique suction based microwave safe cover for plates.  The product was quite a hit with the Sharks, as it had proven itself with prior appearances on QVC.com and was available on Walmart’s website.  The segment took approximately two hours to … Read entire article »

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Negotiation Lesson from Shark Tank – Counter Offer with Conviction

Negotiation Lesson from Shark Tank – Counter Offer with Conviction

First into the Shark Tank was Scrub Daddy, the creation of Aaron Krause.  The Scrub Daddy isn’t any ordinary sponge, it can morph from a very soft sponge (Activated by Hot Water), to a firm sponge (activated by Cold Water) that can scrape tough food stains.  Aaron Krause is a clever inventor, and with the Scrub Daddy had a big hit on his hands. Prior to taping on the set, Aaron Krause had sold the Scrub Daddy on QVC on … Read entire article »

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