In today's segment, we're talking cereal killers. And no, you didn't accidentally just click on your favorite true crime podcast. These words actually aim to bring a smile to your face. And while they fail to get a bite out of a shark, they do spread their business to several major cities. Dying to hear more? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Spinning off existing beloved products Cringey trends in branding Br...
Sep 25, 2024•19 min
Today's episode gets a little knotty. Rope, folks. We're talking about rope. And this isn't just your normal rope. It's one that's going to help you fight tricky situations including….zombies? It's a rope dispensing canister that can truly do it all. But will it be enough to land a shark? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: OEM opportunities Creating a strong brand narrative Avoiding a solution in search of a pr...
Sep 23, 2024•18 min
Waist training, cryotherapy, raw milk, CMOS. There's been no shortage of crazy health trends over the last 50 years. So what's one more? With today's product, you can float too. And here's a spoiler. This crazy trend still racks in over a million bucks a year. But will their negotiations leave the shark salty? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Capitalizing on massive trends Scaling a non-proprietary service Ob...
Sep 20, 2024•20 min
We're turning back the clock to Season 3 in this episode. Picture it: it's 2012, the Mayans say the world is ending, Rihanna is shining bright like a diamond on your radio, and you may have seen this segment, which goes down in history as one of the most watched pitches ever to air on Shark Tank. It's five chilies on the spicy scale, and we're ready to dive in. Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Innovation vs p...
Sep 18, 2024•20 min
Will this innovation on ye old ketchup and mustard be saucy enough to catch a shark's eye? Or will these founders be left with a mess? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Innovating on a household staple Expensive vs luxury Changing consumer behavior Know a segment or company we should feature from Shark Tank? Let us know at podcasts@hubspot.com Another Bite is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The...
Sep 16, 2024•19 min
Today in the tank, we have a product aiming to make everyone a hater. Nothing says long term commitment like mutual hatred, right? Well, that was the premise of this now defunct dating app. Was it competition that drove them out of business, or did the Sharks simply think it wasn't a good match? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Wide vs. narrow marketing Having a differentiator Freemium business model breakdow...
Sep 12, 2024•21 min
Mark Cuban, Mr. Steal Your Deal is back at it again, but I can assure you guys that he's really a fungi. He just loved today's product so much, he couldn't let that shiitake go Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Pivoting from in-person to remote services Physical product vs experience as a service Niche premium product positioning Know a segment or company we should feature from Shark Tank? Let us know at podca...
Sep 10, 2024•20 min
Today in the tank, we have a founder with a passion for fashion, except this founder is looking to tackle a problem that's no easy feat: making the high heel comfortable. Will the Shark shoe her the money? Here's a spoiler. As of the Tank, this Founder is 90 days away from closing her doors. Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Sonic branding opportunities Return and exchange rates for e-commerce Deadly burn rate...
Sep 05, 2024•17 min
Everyone knows that the best way to dive into summer is to stay cool by the pool or by making waves at the beach. So these founders thought, you know, why not add a barbecue? It's surely a great idea, right? Well, with less than 20, 000 in sales, we'll see if the sharks agree. Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Liability considerations Is social media virality vs customer validation Niche community marketing Gr...
Sep 03, 2024•19 min
Today in the tank we have an invention looking to up your water game with minimal hand strain. And this little piece of fabric, yeah, it went on to make over $1. 2 million dollars. Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Ariel’s branding pet peeves Knowing your numbers in a pitch Having an exit strategy Grab the free Entrepreneurship Kit here https://clickhubspot.com/ent Know a segment or company we should feature f...
Aug 30, 2024•20 min
Today in the tank, we're talking shoelaces. Will these founders be able to tie the knot with a shark, or is this pitch about to be a tangled mess? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Solving an everyday problem Building a defensible brand Amazon marketplace as a go-to-market Grab the free Entrepreneurship Kit here https://clickhubspot.com/ent Know a segment or company we should feature from Shark Tank? Let us kn...
Aug 28, 2024•18 min
Today's product will have you diagnosed before you can say, “Add to cart.” That's right, who needs a doctor when you can have your own lab? right at home. Not us, tell you that. Will this product be the remedy the sharks need in their portfolio, or will this be more headache than it's worth? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Risk and liability with a disruptive health startup Data as a revenue model Establishi...
Aug 26, 2024•18 min
Today on The Tank, we've got founders using a woven cotton blend to spin out a fresh take on an old school product. Will the Sharks sink their teeth into this dorm room classic? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Naming and branding Unlocking scale on a 11 year old company Main thing or side hustle Grab the free Entrepreneurship Kit here https://clickhubspot.com/ent Know a segment or company we should feature f...
Aug 22, 2024•18 min
Why was the hairdresser never late for work? Because they knew all the shortcuts! And speaking of new hair, here's a product that's gonna make you care. Today in the tank, we've got a product that aims to give you a good hair day after a good night's sleep. Will this pitch get messy, or will the sharks think it's a cut above the rest? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Being early on a massive trend Creating a ...
Aug 20, 2024•19 min
It's time for you to get a slice of the action with today's spin on the pizza box. Will the sharks take a bite out of this product or will they find this product honestly too cheesy? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Overcoming nerves in a pitch Securing licensing deals Investments with contingency structures Grab the free Entrepreneurship Kit here https://clickhubspot.com/ent Know a segment or company we shou...
Aug 15, 2024•15 min
Today in the Tank, we have a product aiming to help you keep calm and swim on. It's Airbnb, but mostly for the summer season. Will this product be swimply irresistible to the sharks, or will this product sink? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Airbnb for X Revenue projections vs valuation Losing trust in a pitch Grab the free Entrepreneurship Kit here https://clickhubspot.com/ent Know a segment or company we s...
Aug 13, 2024•17 min
Today in the tank, we're going way back with Jump Forward. See what I did there? This is by far one of the most interesting segments from season one. So good, many business schools made it a case study. Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Finding a real problem to solve Case study-worthy negotiation One of the worst shark fights in ST history Grab the free Entrepreneurship Kit here https://clickhubspot.com/ent K...
Aug 09, 2024•18 min
You know what they say, “No need to reinvent the wheel.” Oh, wait, that's exactly what these founders are trying to do. Today in the Tank, we're tackling a product that's out of this world. With a NASA spin on a new wheel. Will the Sharks think this product is ready to blast off? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Effective prototype demo in a pitch Marketing a hard-to-explain product Pros/Cons of equity crowdf...
Aug 07, 2024•16 min
Today in the tank, we've got a product that's looking to bring ambiance and radiant design to every household. Will this product get glowing reviews from the Sharks, or is it lights out for this founder? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Innovative product design Knowing your upmarket audience Managing cash flow for purchase orders Grab the free Entrepreneurship Kit here https://clickhubspot.com/ent Know a seg...
Aug 05, 2024•18 min
Ah-choo! No, it's not allergies. I'm just testing out today's product. It's a new spin on the face mask, and folks, I can guarantee you've never seen anything like this. Will the sharks bite or will they throw this nasal device away like a dirty tissue? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Effective proof of concept Finding more profitable use cases Missing a massive market opportunity Grab the free Entrepreneurs...
Aug 01, 2024•18 min
Today we’re talking to DUDE Wipes founder Sean Riley about how differentiation helped him build a $150M dollar brand in a very crowded market. Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Creating a brand voice with humor, authenticity and irreverence Capturing Super Bowl caliber viral moments Working with Mark Cuban Know a segment or company we should feature from Shark Tank? Let us know at podcasts@hubspot.com Another ...
Jul 30, 2024•48 min
It's the most wonderful time of fear. I couldn't scare less that it's summertime. Today's pitch comes with every trick or treat in the book. Today's founder wants to creep it real with her new spin on immersive spooky experiences. Will the Sharks think this pitch is eerie-resistible or will it make them run screaming? Hosts Jorie Munroe, Ariel Boswell, and Jon Dick jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Immersive experiences as a business Optimizing a...
Jul 25, 2024•18 min
What do you get when you mix Netflix with Toys R Us? Answer: The greatest product you've never heard of. Will today's product make a wave, or are we looking at the next Blockbuster? Hosts Jorie Munroe, Ariel Boswell, and Jon Dick jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Pricing a marketplace solution Structuring a business with your spouse Price sensitivity with subscriptions Know a segment or company we should feature from Shark Tank? Let us know at po...
Jul 23, 2024•18 min
Being on Shark Tank can really be a dream come true for our founders, but It can also be pretty emotional. Even the cake products can leave you in tears. You know what they say, no whisk, no reward. Will today's product be a heart stopper or will the sharks say no to this patented cake topper? Hosts Jorie Munroe, Ariel Boswell, and Jon Dick jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: How trust is lost in a pitch Perfect product-market fit The power of rela...
Jul 19, 2024•19 min
We're back with a crap-tivating product that aims to control the pests in your life. Will this founder land a shark or will his pitch get dumped? Hosts Jorie Munroe, Ariel Boswell, and Jon Dick jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Re-imagining a flawed solution to a real problem Choosing the wrong influencer Worst pitch of all time Know a segment or company we should feature from Shark Tank? Let us know at podcasts@hubspot.com Another Bite is a HubS...
Jul 17, 2024•16 min
Why did the guitar go to school? To improve its chord-ination! And today's product aims to help yours too. When it comes to playing one of America's favorite instruments, will this product leave the sharks amped or will the founder leave in a fret? Hosts Jorie Munroe, Ariel Boswell, and Jon Dick jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: The challenge of selling a learning tool Naming a company after a flagship product The modern infomercial Know a segmen...
Jul 15, 2024•18 min
Why do lab-grown brain cells go to the opera? Because they're well cultured! Today's product will just blow your mind with its new spin on keeping your brain sane. Will this product strike a nerve with the sharks? Hosts Jorie Munroe, Ariel Boswell, and Jon Dick jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Cause marketing vs. effective altruism Publicity pitches Almost losing a deal for .5% Know a segment or company we should feature from Shark Tank? Let us ...
Jul 10, 2024•18 min
What do porcupines say when they kiss? Ouch! We’ll see if today’s product gets a similar reaction from the sharks. Today we’re covering a product that’s hoping to make you lock lips a lot more often with this couples oriented take on lip balm. Will the sharks want to seal the deal with a kiss? Or will they say no way to this PDA? Hosts Jorie Munroe, Ariel Boswell, and Jon Dick jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Product demonstrations that fail Cra...
Jul 04, 2024•18 min
Eye’m feeling pretty optimistic about today’s product. It aims to help bespectacled folks to keep their glasses secure. Will the sharks buy this vision of success or will they not even bat an eye at this invention? Hosts Jorie Munroe, Ariel Boswell, and Jon Dick jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: When theater in a pitch goes awry Leading with authenticity vs gimmicks Finding the real value proposition of a product Get tickets to INBOUND today (we'...
Jul 02, 2024•18 min
What did the tree do when the bank closed? It started its own branch. And speaking of growth, we're going back in time to tackle a famous pitch to focus on saving water for farmers. Will the sharks put a ring on it, or will this pitch just not age so well? Hosts Jorie Munroe, Ariel Boswell, and Jon Dick jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Community-oriented entrepreneurship Pricing and profit margins Emotional storytelling in the tank Grab HubSpot'...
Jun 28, 2024•18 min
