How To Make Money Like A Shark

How To Make Money Investing Like The Sharks

Behind the Scene's Interview with the Shark Tank Investors

.Multi-Millionaire and Billionaire
Sharks on the Shark Tank

 I ran across this very interesting behind the scene's Video featuring 5 of the Sharks on the Shark Tank Show discussing what it's really like to invest the way they do. If you have any dreams or desires to ever get on the Shark Tank, or how to start making money like the Sharks do, this is one video you most definitely will be interested in watching.

All five of the Shark's Mark Cuban, Daymond John, Kevin O'Leary, Barbara Corcoran and Robert Herjevic were present for this Interview, leaving Lori Greiner the only Shark not present on the stage. This might only be a 16 minute video but its jam packed full of good information for all past, present and future contestants. The Sharks actually talk about a few entrepreneurs and certain products without mentioning name's as if by some kind of code, but if you're a Big Shark Tank Fan, you'll know exactly who they're referring to.

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PurseCase

Purse Case on Shark Tank

Mini Purse/ Cell Phone Case - Episode 511 - 11-22-2013

 

Mini Purse w/ Cell Phone Case

 What do you get when you combine a protective cell phone case with a mini purse filled with all the essentials? Why you get this really cool looking PurseCase that's coming to the Shark Tank Show this Friday Night November 22, 2013. The Purse Case invented by Kelley Coughlan and Jenn Dees didn't start out as a million dollar idea, but was first born out of necessity for what they call the Bermuda Triangle for purses that swallows up smartphones.

It took Kelly and Jenn several months developing the ultimate mini purse that not only protects your smart phone; you can also take pictures and make calls while still inside the PurseCase. There's also room for a mirror, credit cards, pocket for cash and a stylish chain that can be converted into a bracelet. After they had the proto type complete and an overwhelming positive response from everyone that seen the Purse Case, Deese and Coughlan decided on the Kickstarter route to help fund their new invention. Read More Here-->>>

Veggie Mama Snatched Away from Perpetuity

Veggie Mama Gets Deal on Shark Tank

 If you follow the Shark Tank Success Blog you already know how I feel about offers on the Show involving royalty fees in perpetuity or for the life of that product. For the Sharks or any Angel Investor making a deal with this little addition to the terms of the contract, they now has you by the balls for the "life of that business'" and there's nothing you can ever do about it. A royalty fee in perpetuity basically guarantees the investor will be paid back in record time and continue to suck profits right off the top for the life of that businesses existence.

Kevin O'Leary is now starting to get famous for making such ridiculous offers that no entrepreneur in their right mind would ever except if they understood what they were getting themselves into. Once you see O'Leary make a royalty offer involving no equity now almost on a weekly basis, it's clear He's not necessarily trying to screw the business, but testing the business owners judgment for making correct decisions while under pressure of the Shark Tank Show. If any contestant ever does decide to take Kevin up on basically a Business "Shark Loan" that never ends like the Wicked Good Cupcakes did in Season 4, it's still possible for the entrepreneur to make a lot of money while adding to O'Leary's Fortune.

I have almost come to expect an offer from O'Leary like this when he's on the fence about investing in certain products, but still wants to throw some sort of offer on the table. But Lori Greiner and Robert Herjevic on the other hand, I would of never expected to make such an offer.
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Sweet Ballz Gone Sour - Update

What Happened To Sweet Ballz After the Shark Tank Show?



James McDonald and Cole Egger
Seen on Shark Tank Season 5 Premiere

 This has to be one of the craziest stories I have ever heard coming from the Shark Tank Show. Without a doubt Sweet Ballz was the clear winner in Season 5 Premiere Show having all 5 Sharks interested in investing in their Cake Ball business. In the end it was Mark Cuban and Barbara Corcoran who teamed up together and invested a combined $250,000.00 during this season's opener.

It's Like Winning the Lottery and then Throwing The Ticket Away

Everything seemed to be going great for James McDonald and Cole Egger who appeared on the Shark Tank. They had $700k in sales of SweetBallz from 7-11 Stores in just the past 3 months and just scored a quarter million dollar deal with two Sharks to bring Sweet Balls to a whole new level.Read More Here-->>>

Shark Tank Season 5 Episode Guide

List of  Season 5 Shark Tank Show

List of All Episodes From Season 5 



Guest Shark John Paul DeJornia on
Shark Tank Season 5 Set with Lori Greiner

 The Shark Tank Season 5 is finally here and promises to be Better Than Ever (if that's even possible) with a whole new list of  Shark Tank Contestants and soon-to-be Business Reality Stars. Whether you make a deal or not, the priceless publicity from the Show will keep paying dividends for many years to come. Congratulations to each and every one of you that "had what it takes" to get on the Shark Tank Show.

All 6 of the Sharks Mark Cuban, Daymond John, Lori Greiner, Kevin O'Leary, Barbara Corcoran and Robert Herjevic are returning after a Very Success Season 4. In addition, there will be two billionaire guest Sharks making their debut Steve Tisch and John Paul DeJornia.

 

Below is a list of All Season 5 Episode's listed in the order ABC first aired the Show on Friday Nights. This list will be updated throughout the entire season and include all the Business Ideas and Inventions seen on the Best Business Reality TV Show in History.

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Shark Tank Season 5 - (Week 1) - Episode 504 - 9/20/2013

• Lynnaes Gourmet Pickles Business Partners  Lynnae Schneller and Aly Cullinane came into the Shark Tank seeking $125k for a 20% stake in Grandma Toots Secret Family Pickle Recipe Business. No Deal.
• Sweet Ballz creatures James McDonald and Cole Egger went in front of the Sharks seeking $250k for 10% of this sweet cake balls business. Deal with Mark Cuban and Barbara Corcoran for $250k and 25% equity stake in the business.

• Post Cards On The Run entrepreneur Josh Brooks came into the Shark Tank looking for $300k in exchange for 5% equity in his custom postcard business. Deal with Robert Herjevic for $300k and 7.5% equity stake in this new technology business.
• Rolo Doc Rolodex was invented by two Doctors Albert & Richard Amini asking for $50k for 20% equity in the Rolo Doc. No Deal.

• Featured Update:
• Wicked Good Cupcakes In A Jar Mother Daughter Team made an unusual deal with Kevin O'Leary in season 4 when he finally closed one of his royalty fee deals he's now famous for.  They admitted it seemed like making a deal with the devil at the time but Mr. Wonderful proved to be an Angel in disguise. Dani Desroches and Tracey Noonan's Wicked Good Cupcake Business is on track to do $2 million in sales this year alone.
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$400 Million Financial Advice From The Sharks

Financial Advice From All The Sharks

 In light of last night's $400 million Power Ball Jackpot, a very wise and smart reporter who had access of all the Sharks still filming season 5, asks them for financial advice if you win the $400 million dollar prize. With a combined net worth estimated over $5 billion, all 6 of the Sharks on the Shark Tank Show took turns giving free financial advice.


When Mark Cuban was asked "what would your advice be if someone were to win the powerball?", with His reply being "put it in the bank" without even thinking about it. Mark goes on to say "whenever you get a large sum of money fast, then all kinds of things happen that you never anticipate". After settling up with Uncle Sam, you will also have a lot more Best Friends and a lot of people wanting to give you advise on how to spend all this money. Sure, if you just have your money sitting in the Bank you're not going to make any interest to speak of these days, but your money is "safe" and not going to disappear. Besides after taxes you will have around $200 million free and clear, so how much more money do you need to make in the short term anyway? Marks main advise is theirs only one goal and that's to "keep it". (Great Advice)

Daymond John's financial advice is if you win the lottery, #1 don't tell anyone


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Schedule For Shark Tank Week

Shark Tank Week Schedule

 It's FINALLY Here! Shark Tank Week begins tonight at 8p.m. and will be on every night for the next 6 nights in a row. Yes I know these are more re-runs leading into Shark Tank Season 5 which begins exactly one week after "Shark Tank Week" ends, but these episodes are hand-picked by the Sharks themselves. Each of the "old" Sharks picked their favorite episode and each night is dedicated to their favorite they personally invested in.

Sunday - Season 4, Episode 1, Week 2

Shark Tank Week begins with the Shark who has invested in the most entrepreneurs as well as the most money invested to date. Mark Cuban's pick for Shark Tank Week is the Surf Set Fitness Business which teaches you how to surf while indoors.

Monday - Season 4, Episode 407

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Treasure Chest Pets Success/ Failure Story

Treasure Chest Pets Update

Lisa Lloyd looking very determined to get
A Deal on the Shark Tank Season 1 Show

 While searching the Shark Tank Season 1 List looking for another incredible Success Story, I found something much different. A successful deal with the Sharks that ends in Failure. How could you give up a majority stake in your business to two Sharks and then watch your invention get taken over by the competition? There is quite a lot to the Treasure Chest Pet's Story and Lisa Lloyd's rise to the Top of becoming one of Shark Tank's most successful entrepreneur's, despite her product ending in failure.

Lisa Lloyd had no intentions of going on this new Show called The Shark Tank. In fact She never even heard of this new Reality Show for Entrepreneur's that was already casting for the very first season for almost a year. As fate would have it, Lisa was one of the very last people to get her product to the producer's on the very last day. Clearly Lisa was no amateur taking an idea to the market having already sold over million's with other inventions, which most likely helped Her stand out in the producers eyes.Read More Here-->>>

Shark Tank Season 5

Season 5 of the Shark Tank Show

Premieres Friday September 20, 2013 on ABC

 Great news Shark Tank Fans! ABC has finally announced Season 5 of the Shark Tank Show will start in two months on 9/20/2013. Many people had predicted (including myself) the show would be moved this season to a more preferred time slot and a different day of the week with more potential viewers watching.

As it turns out the Shark Tank will keep it's familiar time slot @ 9 P.M. (eastern) on Friday Night's where it has dominated the rating's most of last season. I'm not sure why they would choose to keep one of their most Successful Shows on probably the worst night of the week, but then again new episodes have even made me change my plans to accommodate that time.

I would imagine having the Shark Tank air on Friday Night's instead of any other night of the week is might be that viewers have all weekend to visit the contestants websites.
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Fridge Fronts Update

Fridge Fronts on the Shark Tank

Magnetic Refrigerator Skins - Season 1 Episode 15 - Update

Jan Augenstein Demonstrates the
Fridge Fronts on the Shark Tank Show

 The Magnetic Fridge Fronts is a really cool invention that turns any of your appliances (Refrigerators, Stoves, Washing Machines or any large metal surface) into a work of art. In a matter of just a few minutes you can transform your kitchen into a brand new look using any number of picture perfect scene's.

Jan Augenstein came into the Shark Tank needing a $100,000.00 for a 30% stake in the Fridge Front Business. She got her inspiration for this now patented idea when Jan was a Military wife living on Base and wanted an inexpensive way to spruce up the kitchen. It was such a good idea that Jan's Brother partnered with her and so far has sunk $250,000.00 into getting this business off the ground.

Jan brings out a less then desirable looking refrigerator and proceeds to completely transform the front in a matter of seconds. The magnetic backing can easily be taken right off and replaced with a very impressive list of other fridge fronts already to choose from. In 2005 Augenstein had her invention on Sky Mall catalog where they did $40,000.00 in sales, but it cost them $18k to occupy that space which ran them into the red.

In 2008 the Queen of the Kitchen, Rachael Ray ran an episode where the Fridge Fronts were featured on her TV show in front of millions of viewers. Read More Here-->>>

Shark Tank Books

Books Written by the Sharks on the Shark Tank Show

 It really is amazing how reading the "right book's" can change your life forever. I can still remember when I was given my first copy of "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill, when I was only 14 years old and just won an award for a MLM company I was involved with. When I was walking off the stage, one of the highest ranking associates in the room handed me his copy of the book and simply said "I believe this belongs to you". Not really being much of a reader before that time, I must of read it cover to cover at least a dozen times until the pages started falling out.

Yes, a good book really can change your life even if it's only a single new idea that triggers something in your mind to think a little differently. That one new way of thinking that may be the very road block keeping you from where you "really" want to go. Finding a mentor in the types of books you read can pay huge dividends IF you choose to take their advise and learn what made them successful.

If your a Shark Tank Fan and love learning about the Sharks and what it took them to get to the top in their professions, then what better way too learn then reading their books. Now if your a future contestant on the Shark Tank or have any plans of doing so, then this could also be considered required reading to learn as much about your future business partner(s). It really is in your best interest to learn as much about all the Shark's as you can before going on the Show.Read More Here-->>>

Shark Tank Final Numbers Season 4

Shark Tank Facts For Season 4

How Much Did The Sharks Invest?

 

 The totals are in for Season 4 and as Kevin O'Leary would say, "The numbers do not lie". Once again Mark Cuban dominated in the Shark Tank in all three main categories including the total number of investments, the amount invested for all Sharks and the most personally invested out of their own pocket.

The biggest surprise of Season 4 was Barbara Corcoran and Lori Greiner's Shark Tank Seat they share throughout the Season. When combined, our Lady Sharks dominated all the other Sharks in new Investments. All the Sharks except one invested at least a million dollars of their own money. Robert Herjevic takes last place this year by a wide margin in just about every category, while Kevin O'Leary makes a strong finish in the season finale after writing a million dollar check that drastically helped out his entire season.

 

If you would like to see exactly what each Shark invested in, just click on the Sharks name below for a complete list of each new business that they are now part owners in.

 

Break Down of Season 4 Shark Tank Investors:

Listed by the Number of Successful Investments

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List of Shark Tank Episodes Season 4 (part 2 of 3)

Shark Tank List of Episodes for Season 4

List of all the contestants products for Season 4 - (part 2 of 3)

 

 This list covers all the episodes on the Shark Tank starting with the Christmas Special #409 that aired on December 12, 2012 to episode #420 which aired on March 1, 2013. Because of the massive new success the show was starting to have in season 4, this list also covers a few re-runs the producers also aired from season 3 during their scheduled break.

 The Shark Tank Show for the first time in it's History surpassed the 7 million viewers watching the show and as a result, the producers added 8 new episodes which ended this season with a total of twenty six.

Episode 409 - Christmas "Holiday" Shark Tank Special - Season 4 - 12/4/2012

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Sharks on the Shark Tank Season 4

Who's your Favorite Shark on the Shark Tank?

Who's Your Favorite Shark On The
Shark Tank Show?

 So who is your favorite Shark from the Shark Tank? Mine? This year's show was quite different from the other seasons and as a result my opinion may have changed changed just a bit. Right now I would have to say it's both Daymond John (He's the only Shark that Follows us on Twitter) and Lori Greiner who has been very active talking and re-tweeting about the Shark Tank Success Blog. I Do Very Much Appreciate them giving their approval for this blog. A little biased in my opinion? We'll maybe just a little :') But it's hard to argue they both have made some terrific deals this past season and every contestant that I can find that made deals with either of them, are very happy indeed.

If I was to choose who I would most like to make a deal with

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Ryan’s Barkery

Ryan’s Barkery on the Shark Tank

Ryan's Dog Biscuits - Season 4 - Episode 424 - Season Finale - 5/17/2013

Entrepreneur Ryan Kelly of Ryan's Barkery

 So whats a 10 year old kid to do when he adopts a new puppy named Barkley from an animal shelter that does not like traditional dog biscuits from the local pet store? He goes home and creates the Very BEST dog biscuit for his new Best Friend made out of only the best ingredients that money can buy. After several tasty experiments for Barkley that's exactly what Ryan Kelly did, and as a result became our newest kid-preneureur on the Shark Tank Show.

 Since this is the end of a very successful season 4 finale with an additional 6 episodes added to the season, you can bet they saved some of the Best Products for last and Ryan's Barkery just might go to the very top. Ryan, who is now 11 years old, has a success story that is sure to get the Sharks attention along with several million people around the country. As with any kid that gets a new pet, you always want whats best for them and this most likely will be what will get at least a few of the sharks to make an offer. Ryan has been put in a unique position to take advantage of this niche in a very big way especially since he will be on this season's final finale show.

Ryan guarantees his home made dog treats are all made with fresh, human grade ingredients that you could share with your dog if you wish.
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Daisy Cakes

Daisy Cakes on Shark Tank Show

I Love Daisy Cakes - Season 3 - Episode 311

Kim Nelson on Shark Tank 

 Kim Nelson came into the Shark Tank asking for $50k for 25% equity in her cake business valuing the company at $200,000.00. Kim wasted no time in getting her greatest asset (a sample of her Daisy Cakes) into the mouth's of the Sharks. Every single male Shark had the same impression, all followed by, WOW. All the Daisy Cakes use only the best ingredient's from an old secret family recipe that has been passed down from Her Great Aunt, named Daisy. What makes the Daisy Cakes so unique other then the ability to have the Sharks all say wow while each trying a different type of cake, is Nelson's ability to ship the Daisy Cakes in the mail nation wide. In a specially made tin, Kim packs the cakes in dry ice and ships them right to your door.

How much does a Daisy Cake Cost?

Nelson says a Daisy Cake's cost $44.50 from her website which draws a quick "that's pretty pricey" from Barbara Corcoran. She then asks what it cost to produce a Daisy Cake. Kim responds with $18.50 which Corcoran gives her nod of approval on the profit margin. What makes Kim such a good cake maker is, in her own words, "It's my God Given Talent". Good Answer!
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Smart Baker

The Smart Baker on Shark Tank

Smart Baking Products - Season 3 - Episode 311- Update

 To be a good baker, a very good baker, you must always be thinking, whats next. Only Smart Bakers are always two steps ahead, especially when it comes to the correct measurements. What started out as a gift from Daniel Rensing, a graphics designer by trade, to his wife Stephanie, to help them become smarter baker's, ended up becoming a full fledged business. It turns out that taking an apron and sewing on a measurement conversion to scale up or down your recipe, and sewing it upside down, was a very smart move indeed.

 Starting from this personal hand made gift, the Cheat Sheet Apron was born. With such a helpful product that could make bakers that much smarter all around the world, it didn't take long for the Smart Baker to be featured in the Food Network Magazine
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Villy Customs

Villy Custom Bicycles on Shark Tank

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Update

Fleetwood Hicks and DeVille on Shark Tank Show

 Villy Customs has a successful story to tell like no other I have have covered on the Shark Tank thus far. The owner and inventor of the Villy Customs Bicycles, Fleetwood Hicks and his best friend and mascot Deville, have been on one wild ride in the past few years. What started out as renting a cruiser bicycle on a business trip soon developed into a full time opportunity that even Fleetwood could never imagined where it would take him. Villy Custom first began in 2008 as a pure play brick and mortar business that took Felt Cruisers and Hawk Classic Cruiser bikes and fitted them with stylish personalised accessories. The idea kept growing til the point you can now custom design your own bike with unlimited possibilities all from the comfort of your computer. (and now even on an I-Pad that was just reported on the Villy Customs Blog)

 Pre Shark Tank Days

Before Villy Customs was featured on the Shark Tank Show
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Talbot Teas

Talbott Teas on Shark Tank Show 

Specialty Tea - Season 3 - Episode 303  

 Talbott Teas owner's Shane Talbott & Steven Nakisher have a rich history of flash and style. The two first joined forces by opening up a salon and spa which Shane had a Tea Bar to serve their pampered clients. The growing list of Specialty Tea Blends became so popular that they decided to start packaging and selling them to their clients. Shane also happened to work for Oprah Winfrey as her personal hair colorist for over 10 years.

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Shark Tank Investors

Shark Tank T.V. Show Investors

List of all Shark Tank Investors for all the Seasons

 

 

 The Now Famous Shark Tank T.V. Show first aired in August of 2009. A lot of folks may not know that the Show is actually a close knock-off of the Dragons Den T.V. Show seen in Canada for the past 7 years. The Dragon's Den actually has several versions of investors and a long History dating back to where it first began in Japan called Manē no Tora which stands for "Tiger of Money". There is a total of 42 different versions of The Shark Tank Shows around the world with Investors speaking dozens of languages.

 

Another interesting fact is that investors (Mr. Wonderful) Kevin O'Leary and Robert Herjevic, both with close ties in Canada, have been on the Dragon's Den and The Shark Tank since the very beginning.

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