This week, as you learn about small business accounting and financing, apply your knowledge by critically evaluating a business pitch from an episode of "Shark Tank." Assume the role of an investor, focusing on the financial viability and potential of the business presented.

Instructions:

Find a Shark Tank Episode:

Visit YouTube and select an episode of "Shark Tank" where an entrepreneur pitches their business idea. Choose an episode that captures your interest and has a clear discussion about the business's finances.

Evaluate the Pitch:

Assume the role of a "Shark" $($investor$).$ Based on the pitch and the financial details provided, decide whether you would fund the entrepreneur$$s request. Assume you have the necessary resources to invest.

Justify Your Decision:

Provide $3$ to $5$ well$-$explained reasons for your decision to invest or not invest. Base your reasoning on key financial aspects such as the business model, revenue projections, profitability, cash flow, valuation, and financial health of the business.

Relate your decision back to the concepts you've learned in this unit on small business accounting and financing. How do the financial details presented in the pitch align with sound financial principles and practices?

Share the Episode:

Post the link to the YouTube video of the "Shark Tank" episode you watched.