Shark Tank

I have to admit when I first saw the title "Shark Tank" on my DVR menu, I thought "Well, it must be another stupid reality show where some idiots swim around with sharks and try not to get their extremities bitten off".

Little did I know I was right...sorta.

Shark Tank is a show where there are 5 investors (the "sharks") that sit and listen to individuals pitch their company in hopes of securing investment dollars. Those that come in well prepared, well trained, and have some track record for their company come out relatively unscathed and with an investment partner. Those that don't, or are too arrogant about what their company is really worth, are treated to a verbal dismemberment that is enlightening and entertaining at the same time.

I do have some followers of my blog that actually know VCs and have worked with companies to secure funding, so they may tell me that this isn't really how it works. That may be true, but I gotta say that, as an aspiring entrepreneur, it's great to see others who have passion and personal investment in their companies either find the partner they need to grow or are taught a lesson in what is really important in building a sustaining business.

My DVR has found a new friend for now.