January 2012 Archives

The Dragons' Den Effect: Episode 14

thumb_dougie.jpg Appearing in the Den has a tendency to change lives - increased sales, new distributors, and emails from across the country. We like to call it "The Dragons' Den Effect." Each week, Dragons' Den producers will follow the successes... Read More »

The Den Report : Franchising - It's All About The Numbers

thumb_tony.jpg Most Canadians who want to scratch their entrepreneurial itch start by operating franchises because most of the essential requirements to run a business are already completed for them. By buying a franchise, a budding business person receives a turnkey operation... Read More »

Web Pitch : Rebound Spray

thumb_rebound_spray.jpg This Toronto, ON entrepreneur is looking to entice the Dragons with a spray that eliminates tough odours from hands. Share your thoughts on Rebound Spray, on their pitch page.... Read More »

The Dragons' Den Effect : Episode 13

thumb_apple_cheeks_diapers.jpg It was a rip-roaring episode of Dragons' Den last week where two businesses slayed the Dragons and emerged from the Den victorious. After five days, here's a digest of what happened to some of the show's entrepreneurs after their... Read More »

The Den Report : Entrepreneurship Is Always A Gamble

thumb_tony.jpg To an extent, every entrepreneur rolls the dice when he or she starts a new business venture. The most successful ones give themselves better odds through rigorous planning, careful execution and the creation of strong business models; the worst ones... Read More »

Web Pitch : Change Me Up

thumb_change_me_up.jpg A Shannon, QC, couple pitches a baby changing table that attaches to the side of a crib. Share your thoughts on Change Me Up, on their pitch page.... Read More »

The Dragons' Den Effect : Episode Twelve

thumb_lukejoke.jpg Appearing in the Den has a tendency to change lives - increased sales, new distributors, and emails from across the country. We like to call it "The Dragons' Den Effect." Each week, Dragons' Den producers will follow the successes... Read More »

The Den Report : Sniffing Out The Scent Of Success

thumb_tony.jpg Sometimes, the best way to lead an investor along the trail to backing your company is simply to offer them the scent of success. This was certainly the case in last night's episode when Toronto's Marlene Cook returned to the... Read More »

Web Pitch : 9 to 5 bra

thumb_9to5_v2.jpg This Toronto woman pitches a bra to the Dragons that makes low cut clothes work appropriate. Share your thoughts on 9 to 5 bra, on their pitch page.... Read More »