Episodes

  • The College Dropout Who Turned Down $300K For His $1M Side Hustle w/ Kobee’s

    The College Dropout Who Turned Down $300K For His $1M Side Hustle w/ Kobee’s
    Nov 22 2024
    I love a product that creates a good buzz, and let me tell you, this founder's been on a roll. All natural lip balm is just the bee's knees. But truth be told, I'm not sure the Sharks will be won over by this small company's $5M valuation. Will the Sharks bite, or will this founder be left stung? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Plastic-free consumer products Differentiating in a crowded market Boostrapped founder story 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 HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux. Editing by Robert Hartwig and support from Alfred Schulz.
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    20 mins
  • What Makes A Brand A ‘Lifestyle’ Brand? w/ Yardsale

    What Makes A Brand A ‘Lifestyle’ Brand? w/ Yardsale
    Nov 20 2024
    Slope and steady wins the race, or at least that's what today's product is trying to show the Sharks with only $220K in sales to date. Will the Sharks take a bite of this company boasting a whopping $2M valuation? Or will they tell these founders, ski you later? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Tongue-in-cheek branding Growth in hyper-niche communities What makes a lifestyle brand 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 HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux. Editing by Robert Hartwig and support from Alfred Schulz.
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    21 mins
  • We Break Down The Branding Mistakes Behind This Mock Fried Chicken w/ Life Raft Treats

    We Break Down The Branding Mistakes Behind This Mock Fried Chicken w/ Life Raft Treats
    Nov 15 2024
    These days my favorite trend on social media is the “is it cake?” trend. Bakers the world over try to bake cakes that look like real world objects. Today's founders look to take it a step further and will have you asking, “is it ice cream?” It's a tantalizing treat that's worth a whopping $5M valuation. Will the sharks bite or will this founder duo leave them with a brain freeze? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Does a product have to solve a problem? Latching on to a viral trend How to avoid disjointed branding 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 HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux. Editing by Robert Hartwig and support from Alfred Schulz.
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    21 mins
  • Is This Product The Next Cornhole of Yard Games? w/ Bucket Golf

    Is This Product The Next Cornhole of Yard Games? w/ Bucket Golf
    Nov 13 2024
    Four! Yes, like golf. But also the number of sharks that enter the tank, ready to take a bite out of today's product. It's a feeding frenzy that will make these founders want to party. Will this innovative new yard game be a hole in one or will the sharks find them not up to par? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Knowing your customer persona Does goofiness sell? Logistics and operations 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 HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux. Editing by Robert Hartwig and support from Alfred Schulz.
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    20 mins
  • How To Turn A Product Into A Company w/ RigStrips

    How To Turn A Product Into A Company w/ RigStrips
    Nov 8 2024
    After a long day on the slopes, the last thing you need is for your skis to shred the side of your car as they fall. Today's two founders aim to give powder to the people with their innovative new product. Will the Sharks hop on board or is it all downhill from here? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Building a 1 product company Seasonal sales Talking to customers 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 HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux. Editing by Robert Hartwig and support from Alfred Schulz.
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    17 mins
  • How To Successfully Scale A Regional Food Tradition w/ Topsail Steamer

    How To Successfully Scale A Regional Food Tradition w/ Topsail Steamer
    Nov 6 2024
    We're shrimply on cloud nine when I'm at a good lobster bake. Too bad they usually only happen in the summer. Today's founder aims to change all that with her new spin on bringing seafood to a kitchen near you. You just need to add water. Will this product sink or swim? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Brick and mortar vs online Challenges of food logistics Too niche? 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 HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux. Editing by Robert Hartwig and support from Alfred Schulz.
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    21 mins
  • This App Aims To Gamify Running. But Will It Work? w/ Card.io

    This App Aims To Gamify Running. But Will It Work? w/ Card.io
    Nov 4 2024
    These days, there's an app for everything. An app to be social, an app to track your fitness, and an app to entertain you. But today's founder said, why not all three? It's an interactive fitness app that even has the founder of Pokemon Go throwing money at him. Will the Sharks agree? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Freemium vs premium Community building Differentiation 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 HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux. Editing by Robert Hartwig and support from Alfred Schulz.
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    18 mins
  • How to Build Awareness for a Niche Sneakerhead Community w/ 1587 Sneakers

    How to Build Awareness for a Niche Sneakerhead Community w/ 1587 Sneakers
    Nov 1 2024
    Some hobbies, like hiking, can come cheap. Other hobbies, not so much. Rabid collectors will shell out thousands of dollars to get the latest and greatest hat, figurine, or sneaker. Today's founders are banking on just that. Will their sneaker company be a hit or a miss? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Brand storytelling Community building Distribution in a competitive market 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 HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux. Editing by Robert Hartwig and support from Alfred Schulz.
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    19 mins