The Success Recipe of the Original Shark from Shark Tank – Kevin Harrington
Get ready to dive into the life and mind of the original Shark from “Shark Tank,” the man who’s sold over 500 products and raked in billions, Kevin Harrington. We’re unpacking his journey from the roots of entrepreneurship to the creation of infomercials, alongside strategies to build killer dream teams and sell products that make you say, “I need that in my life.”
Meet the legend himself, Kevin Harrington—an American entrepreneur and business executive. He has been a successful entrepreneur for over the last 40 years, with his influence extending globally, inspiring aspiring business minds through impactful books like ‘Mentor to Millions.’ From the groundbreaking creation of the first-ever 30-minute infomercial to his pivotal role on “Shark Tank,” his journey is nothing short of epic.
So, get your notepad out, because Kevin’s sharing knowledge gems that’ll level up your game in the world of business. Tune in, take notes, and let’s ride this wave of entrepreneurial wisdom together!
In This Episode:
- Kevin’s Early Entrepreneurship and Father’s Mentorship – (02:48)
- Kevin’s Discovery of Opportunity – (05:00)
- Kevin’s Expansion into Global Markets – (06:28)
- From Screen to Success: Kevin’s Journey with Iconic Infomercials – (07:32)
- Kevin’s Smooth Transition to “Shark Tank” – (08:04)
- Taking Action Without a Perfect Plan – (12:00)
- Pitching Strategies: Tease, Please, Seize – (13:45)
- Importance of Magical Transformations in Products – (17:18)
- Identifying Profitable Products – (18:17)
- Building a Dream Team – (20:00)
- Where to Learn from Kevin – (21:39)
Notable quotes:
- “Test before you invest” (13:45) – Kevin
- “Tease them, please them, and then seize them.” (14:10) – Kevin
- “Surround yourself with experts” (20:54) – Kevin
Resources and Links
Kevin Harrington
Websites:
Books:
- Mentor to Millions
- Act Now
- Key Person of Influence
- Put a Shark in Your Tank
- The 100 Best Spare-Time Business Opportunities Today
Podcast: SharkPreneur
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This is an encore episode and was originally published on November 25, 2023