Shark Tank Inside the Tank Slides
TV Context
Inside the Tank
The World of Reality TV Entrepreneurship
What is Shark Tank?
A multi-award winning business reality show where entrepreneurs pitch their ideas to a panel of billionaire investors.
The Mission
"To find the next great American business and give the owners the money and mentorship they need to explode in size."
Premieres on ABC
Meet the Sharks
Daymond John
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Founder of FUBU. Known as the "People's Shark."
Mark Cuban
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Owner of Dallas Mavericks. Billionaire tech mogul.
Meet the Sharks
Barbara Corcoran
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Real estate queen. Built an empire with a $1,000 loan.
Kevin O'Leary
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"Mr. Wonderful." Obsessed with the money and the math.
The Masterclass
The cast reviews the Best Pitches Ever.
- Clear Communication
- Passion & Drive
- Knowing the Numbers
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The Bidding War
Scrub Daddy
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What made the Sharks fight for this deal?
Age is Just a Number
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The Cup Board Pro
Three siblings honor their late father's legacy by pitching his cutting board invention.
"If they can do it, you can do it too. It's about preparation, passion, and having a plan."
Sticky Success
Le-Glue
A 12-year-old inventor presents a water-soluble adhesive designed specifically for toy building bricks.
Solving a small, relatable daily problem can lead to a massive national deal!
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Charming the Sharks
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Mo's Bows
A charismatic 12-year-old designer pitches handcrafted, colorful bow ties with unmatched passion.
"You don't have to wait until you are grown up to start a fabulous business."
The Reality Check
$2.5 Million in Inventory?
Too much stock can kill a business. The Sharks "sniff out" bad management immediately.
CRITICAL ERROR:
Spending too much money on product before proving people want it.
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The Legacy
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Some businesses became global phenomena after the Tank.
BILLIONS
Total sales generated by Shark Tank companies.
MILLIONS
Donated and invested in under-served communities.
The Journey to The Stage
1%
Only 1 in 100 people who apply actually get on TV.
Over 30,000 entrepreneurs apply every single year!
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Open Casting Calls
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Video Auditions
3
Background Checks
Showtime!
Upcoming Event
The Shark Tank Challenge
Stay tuned for the Shark Tank Challenge coming soon, where you get to make your own project and present it to the Club Sharks (Club Staff)!
1. Create Idea
Design your original business concept
2. Do the Math
Calculate budget & set investment goals
3. Face the Sharks
Deliver your pitch to Club Staff
Shark Tank Teacher Guide
Shark Tank Showdown
Instructional Facilitation Guide
Learning Objectives
- • Define the premise of the Shark Tank TV show and the role of an investor.
- • Identify components of a business plan and calculate start-up budgets.
- • Deliver a persuasive pitch for an original business idea.
Duration
150
Minutes
(Best as two sessions)
Essential Supplies
Inside Tank Slides
Showdown Slides
Blueprint PDF
Pitch Rubric
Class Timer
Fake Currency
Teaching Sequence
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Phase 1: Inside the Tank (45 mins)
Use "Inside the Tank" slides. This phase builds background knowledge and excitement.
- Meet the Sharks: Introduce the investors and their backgrounds using the embedded videos.
- Analyze Success: Watch the Scrub Daddy bidding war. Ask: "Why did they want this deal so badly?"
- Analyze Failure: Watch the Inventory Nightmare clip. Discuss how "bad math" makes investors lose confidence.
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Phase 2: The Project Mission (15 mins)
Switch to the "Showdown Presentation" slides. Pivot from being a viewer to being an entrepreneur.
- Review the 3 Pillars: Idea, Math, and Pitch.
- Explain the challenge: Solve a real-world problem with a profitable business.
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Phase 3: The Blueprint (45-60 mins)
Hand out the Business Blueprint. Students work individually or in pairs.
Financial Support:
Circulate the room to help with the budget table. Ensure students account for materials and labor.
Script Polish:
Remind students of the "Hook" from the Scrub Daddy video—start with a strong opening statement.
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Phase 4: The Showdown (60 mins)
Transform the room into "The Tank." Students present their ideas to the panel.
- The Pitch: 2 mins max. Strict timer.
- The Q&A: 3 mins of Shark questioning. Focus on the "Math" and "Problem."
- Evaluation: Use the Pitch Rubric for scoring. Allow peers to be "Guest Sharks."
Closing Reflection
Shark Tank Presentation Slides
The Project
Project Showdown
3 Steps to Securing an Investment
Your Mission
Identify a Daily Problem, design a Smart Solution, and prove it makes Money.
Idea
Math
Pitch
01
The Blueprint
Focus on the "Why." Why do we need this? Why will people buy it?
Solves a Pain Point
02
The Budget
Revenue − Expenses = Profit
Prove it makes cents
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The Pitch
Confidence
Eye Contact
Clear Voice
Persuasion
Tell us what you want and why we should give it to you.
Let's Build Greatness
Grab your Business Blueprint and start planning!
Shark Tank Business Blueprint
Business Blueprint
Shark Tank Showdown
NAME:
DATE:
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The Concept
Business Name
Product Tagline (The "Hook")
The Problem: What daily annoyance are you fixing?
The Solution: Describe your product and how it works.
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The Budget Planner
| Expense Item | Estimated Cost ($) | Why is it needed? |
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| Total Start-Up Cost | $ | Sum of all costs above |
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The 2-Minute Pitch Script
120 SECONDS MAX
Introduction & Hook (Grab their attention!)
The Value Proposition (Why do we need this?)
The Business Math (Price, Costs, and Profit)
The Ask (How much funding do you want?)
Ready for the Tank?
Double check your math before stepping onto the stage.
Practice Eye Contact
Check Your Addition
