It’s shark tank! So this is a pretty standard pitch. It identifies a problem, and presents a solution. For big events where the audience can ask questions, the Qball is a great and fun way to “pass the mic around”. Since the episode, the Qball now has integrations with Amazon Alexa, as voice controlled digital activities become a part of learning, the Qball might just find it’s place in the classroom. It’s got many applications outside of the classroom as well. What do you think?
Pitch Pool – The Qball
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Qball could be a very helpful teaching assistant in the classroom. It could bring up various possibilities for students to brainstorm new ideas and contribute to their own learning.
Upon watching this, I’ve come to realize that innovation can be both simple and impactful. It’s not solely determined by how technologically advanced or sophisticated your idea is, but rather by its ability to stand out and the skill with which you can tell a captivating and convincing story. One aspect that particularly inspired me was when Lori presented a fresh perspective on implementing the Qball in a corporate setting. This revelation elevated the product’s potential significantly, both in terms of its value and influence. It highlights the importance of brainstorming and engaging in meaningful discussions with others about your ideas. Different perspectives can often reveal hidden gems, especially in the context of venture pitches. Collecting feedback from various sources is undeniably valuable in shaping and refining your concept.
No, I would not invest in this venture. I appreciate Terrence’s comments but I have to disagree. The pain point that this product addresses isn’t a huge concern for teachers or professionals in my mind. I rarely, if ever, ask a student to speak up in class because they can’t be heard. This ball would be a huge distraction rather than a productive tool. If you are struggling to get your class to focus on one speaker, you can always use a speaking stick or a million other objects. Students WILL throw this at each other and I fear that the inside is hard and can get broken easily. As for the pitch, the speaker chose a silly outfit, showing his unease with going for a more professional market. He noted that he relies on tradeshows and primarily word-of-mouth to market the product, which is very small scale, and perhaps could be improved with more funding. The fact that three dragons are entering business with him means that the product will have some heavy hitting champions, but I feel that they are delusional if they think a blue ball will fit in a professional boardroom setting. To be honest, halfway through if you told me that this was satirical and making fun of these angel investor shows, I would have believed you. The ask was logical and giving one third of your equity for three major players was a smart move, especially for such a silly product. Well done, QBall, isn’t not everyday you dupe three successful entrepreneurs!!!