Guides

Dragon’s Den: Coaching Notes (2006)

These notes will provide some assistance in preparing for participation in the Dragon’s Den.

Dragon’s Den: Coaching Notes (2008)

These notes will provide some assistance in preparing for participation in the Dragon’s Den.

Critical Factors for Fast 50 (April 2005)

This document is meant to prequalify you as a company entered in the Deloitte Fast 50 companies to watch competition.

Pitcher’s Guide: “Why Dragon’s don’t invest!” (2006)

Guide for Innovators: There are several reasons why an investor might not invest.

Pitcher’s Guide: “How much equity should I be willing to give up?” (2006)

Guide for Innovators: Proposing a reasonable deal to investors is very important as it shows potential investors that not only do you have a good understanding of what the business needs, but you also understand how to provide an adequate return on their investment for them.

Pitcher’s Guide: “What should I include in my pitch?” (2006)

Guide for Innovators: Proposing a reasonable deal to investors is very important as it shows potential investors that not only do you have a good understanding of what the business needs but that you also understand how to provide an adequate return on their investment for them.

Pitcher’s Guide: “How much can I tell people, without them stealing my idea?” (2007)

Guide for Innovators: If you believe that you need an external investment, to help you grow your business, then you will be faced with asking them how much you can tell them, before you damage your business if they do not go ahead.

Pitcher’s Guide A: “What do investors look for to determine if a business is investable” (2008)

A pitch is actually the ultimate sales opportunity.

Pitcher’s Guide B: “How much money should I ask for and what do I give up?” (2008)

Asking for the right level of investment is very important as it shows to potential investors that you have a good understanding of what the business needs to be successful. It shows why the business needs the money and precisely how the investor’s money will be spent.