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Shark Tank Jump Start Your Business

By: Michael Parrish DuDell, Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John, Kevin O'Leary
Narrated by: Michael Parrish DuDell
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Publisher's summary

From the ABC hit show Shark Tank, this book - filled with practical advice and introductions from the Sharks themselves - will be the ultimate resource for anyone thinking about starting a business or growing the one they have. Full of tips for navigating the confusing world of entrepreneurship, the book will intersperse words of wisdom with inspirational stories from the show.

Throughout the book, listeners will learn how to:

  • Determine whether they're compatible with the life of a small business owner
  • Shape a marketable idea and craft a business model around it
  • Plan for a launch
  • Run a business without breaking the bank (or burning themselves out)
  • Create a growth plan that will help them handle and harness success
  • Pitch an idea or business plan like a pro

Responding to the fans' curiosity about past show contestants, listeners will also find approximately 10 "Where Are They Now" case studies in which they learn what happened to some of the most asked-about and/or most popular guests ever to try their luck in front of the Sharks - and what they learned in the process.

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Editorial reviews

For questions about starting up a small business, who better to turn to than the stars of ABC's hit reality series Shark Tank? Michael Parrish DuDell, Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Jon Daymond, and Kevin O'Leary provide practical tips for the burgeoning entrepreneur, from marketing a concept to launching a revenue-generating business, and listeners will also hear experiences from some of the show's most popular contestants. DuDell is an upbeat presence; his friendly energy and positivity, coupled with the advice of his fellow Sharks, are the perfect tonic for wary would-be business owners.

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fun listen

fun listen, not world changing, but certainly not bad. I'm a fan of the show.

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loved it.

blew it out in one day. could not stop listening. yes it's that great of a book.

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Good Listen! Good insight as well!

This book definitely helps you pinpoint the things you may be missing in your startup or current business. The Sharks insight is valuable as well.

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Shark addict

I love the stories the background as well as the behind-the-scenes information I can't wait to go on shark Tank myself

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A primer on How to Swim with the Sharks

Would you listen to Shark Tank Jump Start Your Business again? Why?

Would I listen to it again? I already have, several times!

What did you like best about this story?

It was Shark Tank

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A must read for any small business start up

What made the experience of listening to Free: Shark Tank Jump Start Your Business the most enjoyable?

They spun tales from both the sharks and the successful contestants of the show to illustrate the importance of the advice that was being provided. The advice provided was both practical and simple to follow.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Free: Shark Tank Jump Start Your Business?

The most enjoyable moments of everything around the shark tank is the success stories of others. It's hard not to get excited about your own start up when you see these other folks doing it. If they can do it, so can you!!!

What about Michael Parrish DuDell’s performance did you like?

He kept the performance about the book, not himself.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

F*&^%&ING SHARK TANK. ENOUGH SAID.

Any additional comments?

READ THIS BOOK IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT STARTING A BUSINESS OR IF YOU ALREADY HAVE. IT'S GREAT!!!

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Shark Tales

I'm a fan of the show. I believe that Shark Tank is an American version of Dragons' Den in the UK. I haven't watched the UK version in many years since it is no longer on BBC. I'm not here to compare which version of the show is better, but I am reviewing the audiobook of "Shark Tank Jump Start Your Business."

This is a good book on how to start a business, get funding, and maintain your company. Having real insight from the entrepreneurs that host the show is very helpful in the new way of starting a business. They wrote this book in terms that the common person can understand and practice in the real world. The information is easy to remember.

The best part of the book are Shark Bites, where you get real tips from the six investors from different sectors in their business. It's a basic read for any start ups or an established company.

If you want to know more about the businesses that were feature in each season of Shark Tank, you will enjoy listening to the entrepreneurs in the section of the book of Shark Tales.

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Great book

Fantastic for startups!! Very detailed and relatable!! I would suggest this book to anyone starting a business!! I love it!

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Loved it

One of the best books I've read in a very long time. Definitely one of the best books on startup and entrepreneurship!!

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The book made me feel like I knew the sharks.

I liked the very precise information. It will be very helpful for researching the business I want to start.
I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to start or build a business.

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