Shark Tank US | Founder Of Rumpl Blankets Backs Out Of Deal

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  • @onyx9857
    @onyx9857 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10908

    When this entrepreneur got home he checked his Facebook account and he had a friend request from Barbara. He accepted. She sent a message stating “I’m out.”

    • @Jay-og4yb
      @Jay-og4yb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +325

      A for originality

    • @brandoncookson9705
      @brandoncookson9705 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      he also got one from jenny campbell from dragons den with im out

    • @Sowyer1337
      @Sowyer1337 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      LOLLLLLLLLLLLLL

    • @garrettjackson7865
      @garrettjackson7865 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      💀

    • @Nintendo_Wolf
      @Nintendo_Wolf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      I'm fucking DEAD 🤣🤣🤣

  • @diaguilar
    @diaguilar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3221

    “Did you say royalty? Was I being nasty to you? I take it all back.” 🤣

    • @mms2175
      @mms2175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      i laughed pretty hard 😂

    • @ompabaletserametse8643
      @ompabaletserametse8643 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Me too😂😂😂😂

    • @xRizWaynex
      @xRizWaynex 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Best moment honestly 🤣

    • @cordellbradley3747
      @cordellbradley3747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      He loves his doggone royalties!!! 😂

    • @bornwinner6980
      @bornwinner6980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Kevin

  • @mad2msu
    @mad2msu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4623

    He figured out the licensing stuff. All kinds of nfl team blankets on the site. He was definitely there for the exposure.

    • @Davi-rx
      @Davi-rx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +251

      @@M.M435 yeah thats what business is. I admire his play.

    • @Packer1290
      @Packer1290 2 ปีที่แล้ว +164

      @@M.M435 Absolutely. Plus the the shark tank producers made money....they got interesting content for their show.

    • @randy2152
      @randy2152 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@Packer1290 shark tank gets a cut of everyone's business just for coming on the show, deal or not

    • @Minimish28
      @Minimish28 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I mean to be fair, he was pretty set on not losing equity. They wanted 10 and he only wanted to give 4, 6% of 8 million is almost half a million

    • @spliffi869
      @spliffi869 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Stupid, random assumption. Maybe he also just got another partner or learned to do it himself after them not accepting his offer. There is 0 evidence of him doing for "the exposure", which is honestly rather bad press for any product in that show and its ignorant jury. It's ridiculous how obsessed they are with thinking someone wants to abuse their show as a stage.

  • @coachsam3223
    @coachsam3223 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3671

    homeboy just told a story about how he almost dies and Cuban goes "K.. So how many have you sold?" LMAO

    • @omnientertainment5852
      @omnientertainment5852 2 ปีที่แล้ว +210

      It's business not emotional story tank.

    • @playboi_cartis_xxl_freesty5070
      @playboi_cartis_xxl_freesty5070 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      😂

    • @rshawn4303
      @rshawn4303 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      This isn't Sharks Got Talent

    • @Alex-vf8ww
      @Alex-vf8ww 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@omnientertainment5852 they asked him for his story tho lol

    • @haleytimar3143
      @haleytimar3143 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Almost dies cuz he doesnt have cell reception or a car and cant walk a few miles? Lmfao give me a break

  • @ZillennialLatina
    @ZillennialLatina 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4576

    Mark is always two steps ahead of everyone else.

    • @dodgyhida7914
      @dodgyhida7914 2 ปีที่แล้ว +155

      That’s why he’s the richest shark 🦈🤑

    • @iluvbastard
      @iluvbastard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +89

      @@depression_isnt_real he is a billionaire, he is the richest shark, the other sharks are not billionaires

    • @dodgyhida7914
      @dodgyhida7914 2 ปีที่แล้ว +63

      @@depression_isnt_real he’s the richest shark due to his brilliant foresight in all things business. Explains why he’s maintained his billionaire status for decades. If not then he’d be like the rest of the sharks. And he ain’t greedy like them too 😉

    • @dodgyhida7914
      @dodgyhida7914 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@depression_isnt_real your statements seem to be more of you’re own opinion than facts so will just let it be 😅

    • @jordenreignsaenz7903
      @jordenreignsaenz7903 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@depression_isnt_real I mean he’s only a billionaire but yeah not really lmao

  • @DJGloss
    @DJGloss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1444

    Idk why so many people hate on Kevin… he is the most entertaining shark on the show

    • @francoisberkinjr5088
      @francoisberkinjr5088 2 ปีที่แล้ว +124

      Nobody hates Kevin! He's the reason why this show is so damn succesful whether you want to agree or not!

    • @Eminence_1337
      @Eminence_1337 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Because people are snowflakes

    • @johnwinnerdz1
      @johnwinnerdz1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      no disrespect most of the comments are opinion . But Lori seems to be the nicest shark and she landed the best deal .

    • @oshanewilliams8865
      @oshanewilliams8865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Kevin on the show is definitely a W

    • @MegaMijit
      @MegaMijit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      he's also the best at structuring deals

  • @atc1
    @atc1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2012

    Barbara: "This blanket will warm me up and I like being cold blooded and for that reason, I'm out."

    • @Mekuzee_Khen
      @Mekuzee_Khen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      She's already out... She's not there 😁

    • @TheFoolintherainn
      @TheFoolintherainn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Why do people write these dumb comments that have nothing to do with the video?
      And then over 100 people give it a thumbs up?
      Please get lives...
      Sunshine, fresh air.

    • @atc1
      @atc1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      @@TheFoolintherainn ​Why do people comment on things that bother them? Don't like it? Don't read it.
      And for that reason, you're out.
      Side note: I wrote this comment on my patio. Sunshine, fresh air AND making a Barbara comment which 100+ people appreciate!

    • @jonathanespinoza8282
      @jonathanespinoza8282 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      These Barbara comments keep getting better by the episode lmao

    • @Youre_dumb
      @Youre_dumb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not to be that guy, but cold blooded animals actually prefer warmth.

  • @jimpryor99
    @jimpryor99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +471

    Making a deal never crossed his mind. He just wanted 5 sharks to say his product was good. Even got a shark to say he had already bought one

    • @tobiasobermayr501
      @tobiasobermayr501 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      yeah good for him. The producers etc. could ask him the same questions and find this out. He does what's best for the business.

    • @jimpryor99
      @jimpryor99 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tobiasobermayr501 so I’m right…

    • @tobiasobermayr501
      @tobiasobermayr501 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jimpryor99 probably.

    • @schqrr
      @schqrr ปีที่แล้ว

      True

    • @Astrohhh
      @Astrohhh ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Making a deal did cross his mind.. that's why he made offers to the sharks. He just had his mind set on how much he wanted to give away. Can't hate on the dude for doing whatever he can to grow his business. Any business owner would jump at the chance to be on Shark Tank, and I respect him for sticking to his guns.

  • @Abracadabra1111
    @Abracadabra1111 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    “Did I hear royalty? Was I being nasty to you? I take it all back…” I love Mr Wonderful 😂

  • @Soulgirl09
    @Soulgirl09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2126

    He just wanted exposure and played them 🤣! Mark saw through it but the others were too greedy when he said royalties. Get your free exposure, lol.

    • @amantesfu7984
      @amantesfu7984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      They could have not air it u know🤔

    • @ClihtYeastwood
      @ClihtYeastwood 3 ปีที่แล้ว +144

      He didn’t just want exposure, he offered up a deal to the sharks that was better than the first one he came in with and none of them would do it.
      Good for him for not getting bullied.

    • @FrankieForward
      @FrankieForward 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      @@ClihtYeastwood i agree, he knew when to walk away and I respect it.

    • @HalferLandPerformance
      @HalferLandPerformance 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      People don't realize going on the show is NOT FREE. My old company EcoBorder Landscape Edging were going to go on there. The owner and myself reviewed the contract and ABC/NBC (Forgot the actual Parent company that owns the show) takes 3-5% of your company to just go on the show, whether you get a deal or NOT!

    • @ShawnFX
      @ShawnFX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +171

      @@HalferLandPerformance That was the old rule of the show until Mark said he won't be on the show anymore if they keep on taking away the 3-5% equity for just appearing on the show. Thats when it was changed to now being able to appear on the show without giving up any equity. Honestly respect Mark for that

  • @RovinBarboza
    @RovinBarboza 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3795

    Mark can catch a liar faster than anyone else

    • @raregoodds3143
      @raregoodds3143 2 ปีที่แล้ว +118

      it wasnt hard..someone comes in with 4% with 600000 with 3 mill in the account...lol any smart person would have picked that up.

    • @nancyfahey7518
      @nancyfahey7518 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I thought a rule in business is never use your own money.

    • @maddoxbenoff9554
      @maddoxbenoff9554 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      @@nancyfahey7518 that’s dumb

    • @kaanbilgic5771
      @kaanbilgic5771 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@nancyfahey7518 That’s true for debt not equity

    • @Jas_Flash92
      @Jas_Flash92 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      After than a got! Dang! 😂

  • @Carlosity223
    @Carlosity223 3 ปีที่แล้ว +452

    EXPOSUREEEEEEEE. He got some decent deals and he still declined. Mark Cuban nailed it, there for the exposure.

    • @unaninanine3743
      @unaninanine3743 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      You are right. Daymond made him the exact offer without equity and he turned it down.

    • @amantesfu7984
      @amantesfu7984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I dont agree on this...they can if they want ..not airing this show..had he wanted exposure only

    • @WalkerWw
      @WalkerWw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@amantesfu7984 nah

    • @amantesfu7984
      @amantesfu7984 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @walker...what is your take on this...do u know @bout the shark tank effect?

    • @shugies
      @shugies 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      When there are 15 products just like yours, I guess you’ll need to do everything

  • @siddharthkhandelwal3161
    @siddharthkhandelwal3161 2 ปีที่แล้ว +954

    This one shows that Mark is always 2 steps ahead and explains why he’s so sought after

    • @poopoogamer1232
      @poopoogamer1232 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      The only reason he’s sought after is because he’s a billionaire

    • @brycevisscher4403
      @brycevisscher4403 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@poopoogamer1232 did u miss the part of him saying “2 steps ahead” nor can u tell in the show that he’s usually first to poke at a deal or first to back out..?

    • @poopoogamer1232
      @poopoogamer1232 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@brycevisscher4403 What do you mean he’s usually the first to make an offer? He usually stays quiet. But the reason why people want him so much is because he’s a billionaire and they think that he will make their business the biggest

    • @zanderog1849
      @zanderog1849 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Every shark on the panel for sure knew he was there for exposure. They’re not idiots. Mark is just filthy rich so he speaks his mind. The other sharks don’t need integrity. They just care about the guy’s sales.

    • @tgchikukwa6947
      @tgchikukwa6947 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Mark knew that the guy were not on the show for any deal just free pub.

  • @Jay-og4yb
    @Jay-og4yb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1562

    This show gives me so much confidence because people come up with the dumbest shit and it still sells.

    • @jr-en4fy
      @jr-en4fy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Good comment

    • @wateranteater667
      @wateranteater667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      It’s all about need my guy if you can figure out something that people need no matter how dumb it is there’s a market for it but it’s all about need

    • @alejandragarcia2105
      @alejandragarcia2105 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Did you guys watched the episode with the restroom timer? 🥴 and it still landed a deal

    • @jodeedugger7570
      @jodeedugger7570 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Fun fact about myself in summer school I came up with something that I called a lap pad it was pretty an iPad and did everything that iPad does but back then nobody was interested in my invention when I had to present my invention everyone jus laughed at me in class. I cried threw my project board away🥺 this was in 2004 or 2005? iPad came out in 2012. Wish I kept my project board and knew where to take my idea to! Could of been rich because my invention and idea was way ahead of its time.

    • @sameer8815
      @sameer8815 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@jodeedugger7570 you weren’t credible as much as Apple😩 that’s all

  • @AndromedanPrince
    @AndromedanPrince 2 ปีที่แล้ว +396

    Mark was right and if this guy was serious he would have immediately took that original deal Daymond and the other guy offered him on the spot!!

    • @JoeyT1
      @JoeyT1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Taken

    • @RunsWithGinger
      @RunsWithGinger 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yeah it was a very strong deal for him. Take it on the spot

    • @ogtxdmill3787
      @ogtxdmill3787 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JoeyT1 toxic

    • @deeznuts5034
      @deeznuts5034 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JoeyT1 deez nuts

    • @JoeyT1
      @JoeyT1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@deeznuts5034 mmmmm

  • @whatisahandleeee
    @whatisahandleeee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +720

    Kevin's humour is seriously underrated.

    • @nancy-ann-ciancee5127
      @nancy-ann-ciancee5127 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I love Kevin

    • @Mych503
      @Mych503 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thats true, I love kevin

    • @GeddyRC
      @GeddyRC ปีที่แล้ว

      I think it’s rated at the proper amount.

    • @schqrr
      @schqrr ปีที่แล้ว

      Fr😂

    • @MangoCanSing
      @MangoCanSing ปีที่แล้ว +3

      5:49 Did you say *Royalty?*

  • @thetitostream
    @thetitostream 2 ปีที่แล้ว +700

    He should've said "I'm sorry guys, I can't do these deals. I'm out" 😂

    • @djjordan256
      @djjordan256 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      😂😂😂

    • @litodat233
      @litodat233 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Right should’ve ended it with I can’t give up 10% equity and for those reasons I’m out lmao

    • @johnwinnerdz1
      @johnwinnerdz1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      $45000 in quarterly installments : 1 answer

    • @schqrr
      @schqrr ปีที่แล้ว

      😂

    • @RunstarHomer
      @RunstarHomer ปีที่แล้ว

      "and for those reasons, I'm out"

  • @barbieblue3336
    @barbieblue3336 2 ปีที่แล้ว +205

    Mark is right, because if he really wanted theit involvement, he would have kept going. I would have liked to see the moments after this. Mark's face in his palm says a lot lol

  • @adingdingdiiing6740
    @adingdingdiiing6740 3 ปีที่แล้ว +652

    I like how Mark usually calls out scams, because he's usually right. But sometimes he also acts as if it's that time of the month for him. But hey, he's a billionaire.

    • @rebel8215
      @rebel8215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      I mean the dude didn't come in for a deal, he came in to get more exposure. He had 3,000,000+ in the bank, why would he need more money? And like they said, if he wanted to get licenses he could've done that easily with how much money he had.

    • @commanderkeen3787
      @commanderkeen3787 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Mark literally cut his phony "my car broke down" story short. He's been around the block, he can tell the guy isn't being honest

    • @jaimhaas5170
      @jaimhaas5170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      He also doesn't want most of the public to know how he got so filthy rich. Sort of KING of scams if you have enough desire to research it.

    • @MrsOZ-nj5ty
      @MrsOZ-nj5ty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaimhaas5170 what do you mean?

    • @lazyeddie3843
      @lazyeddie3843 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jaimhaas5170 who?

  • @surendhirenloganathan5917
    @surendhirenloganathan5917 3 ปีที่แล้ว +389

    "Cheap stuff don't worry..."
    Mark: "That's the best stuff"
    He's right!

    • @TheFoolintherainn
      @TheFoolintherainn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sam Walton's grandkids have known it for awhile.
      I would imagine that Sam's been turning in his grave, like the Tasmanian devil, for a few decades by now.

    • @julianpaul4551
      @julianpaul4551 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agree w/ Mark.. very humble man..!

    • @hithere2631
      @hithere2631 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mark saying that in his mansion bru

    • @Randomaccount9470
      @Randomaccount9470 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He's joking, suckup​@@julianpaul4551

  • @Maeshalanadae
    @Maeshalanadae 2 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    Guy’s grin just falls off his face when Mark asked him why he’s there… XD

    • @vinzhang1926
      @vinzhang1926 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It cracked me up😂

  • @Efimerossomos
    @Efimerossomos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +270

    I feel great satisfaction when entrepreneurs do not give up much of their company. That's direct dopamine and self-love.

    • @tuilleri
      @tuilleri 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wouldn’t it be detoxing instead of dopamine ? It could be said to be dopamine if they gave the amount the investor asked without fighting which would be dopamine since they got an investment and it feels good during the moment

    • @Efimerossomos
      @Efimerossomos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@tuilleri You are right, still, from the viewer´s point of view, it´s very SATISFACTORY

    • @jaimhaas5170
      @jaimhaas5170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wish we saw half the time instead of a scant one percent.

    • @Mrslovett007
      @Mrslovett007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@tuilleri if anyone needs an example of mansplaining, Brando just provided a gem.

    • @tuilleri
      @tuilleri 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Mrslovett007 explain to me how am I mansplaining? How was I condescending or patronizing ? If anything I shared my opinion on how and why it’s detoxing so everyone can see it from a different perspective aka my opinion but go ahead I’m intrigued on your argument

  • @GauravGGupta9
    @GauravGGupta9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    MC is the smartest shark out there. He saw it coming that the guy was just marketing his product and wasn't going to cut a deal. Good on you MC!

  • @PranatharthiharanG
    @PranatharthiharanG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +144

    I love it when Mark Cuban just sits and vibes and laughs his ass off in dollars at the other sharks! Vibes man🤣

  • @GabyReza
    @GabyReza 3 ปีที่แล้ว +275

    Mark knew he was not gonna take any deals lol he just wanted exposure 😆

    • @knipsx
      @knipsx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Exactly what I was thinking

    • @johnwinnerdz1
      @johnwinnerdz1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's only 100 business making $1000000 within 24 months or less . It's extremely possible maybe some less and some alot more .I think we can do it !!!

  • @squabblenobbler
    @squabblenobbler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    He was there for the exposure, but after Mark called him out and he offered Kevin 5% royalty from the sport lisencing channel, that was slick. But marks face says it all, it's moments like this that make this show so interesting for me.

  • @tuilleri
    @tuilleri 3 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    I feel great satisfaction when an entrepreneur has their toes on the ground and will fight for their company

    • @jaimhaas5170
      @jaimhaas5170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I agree...too many are bent over backwards by these filthy rich prics.

    • @EarlyBirdCraft
      @EarlyBirdCraft 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      He was there for the exposure. Mark Cuban quickly figured that out

    • @jiggyv6139
      @jiggyv6139 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EarlyBirdCraft 🧠

    • @j.watson1644
      @j.watson1644 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have 2 Corporations...
      With 6 companies !

    • @tuilleri
      @tuilleri 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@j.watson1644 make me your retainer

  • @agentlesoul1975
    @agentlesoul1975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +213

    Ouch. This guy got exactly what he was looking for. The sharks figured it out early on. But when it dawned on them that he wasn’t going to take any deal they were too proud to call his bluff. They got played.

    • @ChristineSweis
      @ChristineSweis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I’m sure if they gave him what he asked for from the beginning he would have made a deal with one of them. He knows his business is doing well and doesn’t need to give up all that equity.

    • @DarkPrincessOfLight
      @DarkPrincessOfLight ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@ChristineSweisi mean... them being there just to promote is okay? Haha they're in business to make money after all, right? Wouldn't being on the show boost sales? Why wouldn't any business owner not try for an opportunity like that

  • @syedzafferullah
    @syedzafferullah 2 ปีที่แล้ว +166

    Every one is saying exposure but need to understand that it was a decent deal which he was negotiating
    I don't think you have to take whatever deal sharks offer you

    • @aryanjain8872
      @aryanjain8872 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      He was there for exposure.

    • @coolunusual
      @coolunusual 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Mark instantly sniffed it out. The reason alone was enough

    • @gloomygl
      @gloomygl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He would have refused any sort of deal, he wanted the exposure.

    • @kosan2875
      @kosan2875 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gloomygl how can he refused any sort of deal when he offered his own deal?

    • @gloomygl
      @gloomygl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@kosan2875 He gave a valuation that was absolutely nuts

  • @LionManatic
    @LionManatic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I just love it when the guy said "Royalty", Kevin literally leans in with all kinds of interest! Lmao!

  • @hammerandanail4770
    @hammerandanail4770 2 ปีที่แล้ว +759

    I’m impressed people will actually pay 100 dollars for that half a sleeping bag lol

    • @TheGuyCalledX
      @TheGuyCalledX 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      People spend hundreds on their bedding lol

    • @KristinA-xv4yk
      @KristinA-xv4yk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      For real. A sleeping bag is one thing, totally diff context that bedding. Ppl who sleep on polyester sheets are trash, and so are plastic blanket ppl.

    • @TheBeatenPaths
      @TheBeatenPaths 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      People pay over $1000 for a full sleeping bag. I just bought a $1500 pocket sized Facebook machine (a Smartphone) that someone only payed $15 to make and ship to me.

    • @OhQueBacan
      @OhQueBacan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@TheBeatenPaths you are calling yourself out, lol

    • @Impact009
      @Impact009 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      @@KristinA-xv4yk Damn. The poor who can't afford basic necessities are trash. I suppose that's one way to look at people who are financially beneath you in life.

  • @notsorichrico
    @notsorichrico ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Getting exposure is an entreupenr move. The guy is a genius, Mark caught it, love or hate it. This guy is business genius

    • @TheVic18t
      @TheVic18t ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How is this genius? A lot of people come on the show not wanting to make a deal and just want exposure.

  • @kndub535
    @kndub535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +129

    This guy stuck to his guns and that's great. it's nice to see entrepreneurs do that. A lot of the time it's entrepreneurs overvaluing their company so it becomes very annoying as a viewer to see them walk away from a great deal all because they're stubborn.

    • @CookingWithKenny918
      @CookingWithKenny918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      No he came on the show for views.. never planned on making a deal

    • @semmert
      @semmert 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yah, I agree with Daniel. I think the guy was just looking for a commercial that was guaranteed to hit a large viewing audience.

    • @winnjc9154
      @winnjc9154 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Highly unlikely this company will survive..

    • @TheFoolintherainn
      @TheFoolintherainn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Even viewers know at that valuation, getting a shark on board for less than 10% or 5%/royalty deal, wasn't going to happen.
      These replies understand he's got his $3.5 million in the bank ready to fulfill all the orders that come in after his infomercial.
      The guy's pretty slick, take a second look at what else he's doing.
      Companies go into the Shark tank because they need help, capital, funding. He's lazy.
      the only thing he lacked was exposure - and he got it for free, as most of you saw.
      The money in his bank account is giving him his valuation - his profit margin is terrible.
      There's nothing proprietary about his product. He is not innovative, unique nor special.
      that's why he's not touching the cash... It's keeping him solvent on paper. That's his entire value.
      He's demonstrated that his marketing skills stink. He doesn't have a patent.
      Once he spends that 3.5 million, he only gets 5% back?
      There you go... That's his true valuation. $175,000.
      The more he has, the more he can slime out of other investors.
      His reputation is not being built on his profit margin or his ability to sell quality blankets.. he's relying on his ability to skank money out of people and put it in the bank.. that's the most valuation of his company.
      Because his lack of marketing skills only brings back 5%.
      Hollow fiber fill sleeping bag blankets don't cost a hundred bucks.
      Bull crap. The zippers, hardware, sewing machines and labor because of them, cost the most on fiberfill sleeping bags.
      He's greasy.

  • @ferezmccarthy660
    @ferezmccarthy660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    Description say $600 and I'm willing to invest that.

  • @LV2UXO77
    @LV2UXO77 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Update...
    During Shark Tank in 2020, Rumpl Blanket was worth $15 million, and now it can be up to $28 million.
    According to its valuation, Rumpl Blanket’s net worth is growing very fast.
    This is the latest information I found on the website of his company.

    • @rojeshmaharjan7552
      @rojeshmaharjan7552 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cap

    • @terrihyppolite9324
      @terrihyppolite9324 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ty for the information

    • @wintercame
      @wintercame ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So the valuation wasn't far off at all. Glad he walked away. And so what if he was there for exposure. The sharks are there for their own gain too.

    • @MatheusLB2009
      @MatheusLB2009 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      If it's in their website it's probably full of crap, just like his pitch

  • @999NINE99
    @999NINE99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I agree that competition is not ideal, but, it happens in all industries in time regardless of barriers. The key is to do it better than your competitors.

  • @niriro5741
    @niriro5741 2 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    I don't think he was just there for exposure. It's always an ancillary benefit, but he obviously wanted to work with the Tom's guy. People always say "oh it was a great deal, why'd they turn it down?" but giving up 10% of your company is A LOT. Especially since he's obviously already given up a good bit through fundraising rounds

    • @rob_milstein
      @rob_milstein 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      His cash flow and profit margin is abysmal. 10% is not too aggressive

  • @martinlilik
    @martinlilik 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I bet Barbara rarely at home when she was young. Because her mother would asked her: Barbara, where are you? And then she replied: I am out .

    • @marymartin5247
      @marymartin5247 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bushahhahahhaha

    • @trblemker00
      @trblemker00 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lmaoooo the first time I’ve heard this one

    • @AndyDwyerSpeaks
      @AndyDwyerSpeaks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣🤣🤣...thank you! laughed hard on that mate

  • @clintclashin7673
    @clintclashin7673 3 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    Barbara: “I’m not on this episode.. and for that reason ... I’m out”

    • @nicksmith128
      @nicksmith128 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I watch the Shark Tank videos but enjoy the Barbara comments the best

    • @tpl608
      @tpl608 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those would be her best chance for being in is when not there

  • @buddafingaz9969
    @buddafingaz9969 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    this guy put up a great act, props to him

  • @SuperLegolover23
    @SuperLegolover23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I work at REI, And God we have so many of these things. Not that they don't sell, we just keep getting them back in since they do.

  • @clivesangster6754
    @clivesangster6754 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    He was never after a deal. He just wanted exposure as Mark said. This people piss me of there taking the place of genuine people.

    • @halfvolley11
      @halfvolley11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      No. Mark is lieing. This is not HIS SHOW. The show's purpose is to get audience, not DEALS. People love drama, no one fking cares about business. Mark's wealth will not be impacted by these stupid Shark Tank deals. He invests for fun and publicity.

    • @AOSGAMINGNEWS
      @AOSGAMINGNEWS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True. But the entrepreneurs audition for the show before they reach the shark tank. A majority of the sharks invested in the show and they could easily not allow people who have a certain amount of cash in the bank to be on the show through due diligence.

    • @hithere2631
      @hithere2631 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AOSGAMINGNEWS dam but do you own the show

  • @global4508
    @global4508 2 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    BIG mistake when you try to favorite one shark when the other one is interested in you as well. That's why he ended up losing the deal all together.

    • @ozkan576
      @ozkan576 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      he wasnt there for a deal anyways, Mark was right, hes just tryna get exposure

    • @WhyKlef
      @WhyKlef 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Right? Licensing with Marvel, Disney and you go spitting on that?

    • @queennaishusband1931
      @queennaishusband1931 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Such a dum comment

    • @1890Orsy
      @1890Orsy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      he didnt lose any deal. he's the oen who said hes out

    • @ashupashu5559
      @ashupashu5559 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ozkan576 but he said he was there for a pertner

  • @KaYungCalebLai
    @KaYungCalebLai ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Rumpl is like the premium brand of this space, 2nd to Patagonia but for a lot cheaper. I love their collaboration with Snow Peak and own one.

  • @solidcrewyt2734
    @solidcrewyt2734 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    He was there for exposure only. Now he can market his product as " as seen on TV/$hark tank"

    • @sydney13ism
      @sydney13ism 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      And that's how you play this game.

    • @hithere2631
      @hithere2631 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sydney13ism agreed, unlike all the clowns thinking its unfair or whatever

  • @johnny7121
    @johnny7121 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    5:46 love how he said: "royalty" to lure kevin in...

  • @adingdingdiiing6740
    @adingdingdiiing6740 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Well the company's still in business right now so the must be doing something right. Plus I think he also secured a licensing deal with the NFL so it looks like he's doing pretty well overall.

    • @jaimhaas5170
      @jaimhaas5170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Didn't you listen to the facts???????? This company has been doing great since inception. It was NOT in danger of going out of business.

    • @Hankxiong
      @Hankxiong 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      The company was doing fine before sharktank. He didn’t come for the sharks he came in for exposure. Mark called him out from the beginning.

    • @geepeeone
      @geepeeone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Hankxiong Nothing wrong with getting FREE advertising on a primetime show. Respect the hustle.

    • @groundsymphony
      @groundsymphony 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@geepeeone it’s wrong for being a liar

    • @ModoNayr
      @ModoNayr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@groundsymphony Do you think all those sharks became rich by always being truthful?

  • @johnjerrehian4642
    @johnjerrehian4642 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    With 3.5 million in the bank and 6-8 million in sales, (and low margins) I think he was smart to walk. He got some great exposure too...

    • @BL-jz7sg
      @BL-jz7sg 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Shark tank isn’t there for exposure. It’s a drag race to those investors who truly do need a shark to increase their company size. That mindset is so wrong.

    • @johnjerrehian4642
      @johnjerrehian4642 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@BL-jz7sg It is for some. For this guy, I think it was too.

  • @jamestaylor7716
    @jamestaylor7716 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Barbara: I have a friend who LOVES this blanket, but I don’t like tomatoes so I’m out.

  • @tempestelf2
    @tempestelf2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    8:48 His rubuttle is amazing! This is a great example for small business owners who offer services to stand you ground and be respectful at the same time. Even if you don't get the deal the you don't want that person as you client.

  • @kennybaby
    @kennybaby 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Kevin literally reminds me of a real life version of monopoly…. I don’t even know a funny way of saying that lol, just the entire embodiment of the game ‘monopoloy’ LOL

  • @girishnalavadi3537
    @girishnalavadi3537 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    they should have shown the conversation after his rejection

    • @knipsx
      @knipsx 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did he end up taking one

    • @roldanelvis2449
      @roldanelvis2449 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@knipsx no he said He didn't want to make a deal with Mr. Wonderful and Mr Wonderful called him an ass.... Mark laughed 🤣 very loud

  • @bodawei425
    @bodawei425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I like to see the Sharks' faces to decompose as they see a good deal (for them) vanish. They too often believe that these "poor clueless entrepreneurs" will eat out of their hand and beg them to strike a deal.

  • @Skandar0007
    @Skandar0007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Mark knew it at the beginning

  • @nicknewport5821
    @nicknewport5821 3 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    If Barbara was there: “I love ur business, your making money, but I gotta walk my dog tomorrow so for that reason I’m out”

    • @TheFoolintherainn
      @TheFoolintherainn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You boys need to keep your "Barbara fetishes" to yourselves... seriously.
      This is the World wide Web - it's embarrassing.

    • @nicknewport5821
      @nicknewport5821 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@TheFoolintherainn nice 1 🤦‍♂️ur so cool.

    • @mariecampbell3373
      @mariecampbell3373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Everyone has Barbara quotes. I m lovin' it!

  • @tenorsaxophone2012
    @tenorsaxophone2012 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    9:28 worst apology ever goes along with worst excuse ever

  • @egoreair3981
    @egoreair3981 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I love how every invention have a backstory and some are extremely heartbreaking..

  • @MB-py9fs
    @MB-py9fs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Mark was right he was just there for the exposure to go on TV people like that they should not even post it or show it on air

  • @CWWJR
    @CWWJR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    All you have to to is walk onto shark tank. Even if you dont make a deal there I promise you will start getting calls the day after it airs. He just wanted exposer so he structured a deal he didnt think anyone would take. Everytime he got offered a deal he was actually shocked. Look at his face. He never wanted a shark

  • @dunebuggy3467
    @dunebuggy3467 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Mark was right. He was just there for exposure. He could do 10% if he wanted to. That's some shady trick right there. You could literally see the scam on his face.

  • @chandrakant1479
    @chandrakant1479 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Smart guy. He got the exposure and was not desperate for a deal.

  • @trevorrodrigues41
    @trevorrodrigues41 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Kevin loves his royalties LOL. I love this man

  • @SpongeBlaster
    @SpongeBlaster 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Even though he was there for exposure, those were some greedy and terrible offers.

    • @vozamaraktv-art5595
      @vozamaraktv-art5595 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      True

    • @huejanus5505
      @huejanus5505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There’s a reason it’s called Shark Tank. They’re not there to be friends.

    • @Aiouhsef
      @Aiouhsef 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He went in with a $15 million valuation when his only profit is 5% and annually he’s averaging 4 million when you take into account all years in business. He asked for a loan why would they give him any more if that’s all he’s asking. It was a fair deal that valued the company at 6 million. These blankets will go out of style. He doesn’t have a patent and there are 15 other companies with the same product. He was hoping to land Cuban with that “sporting license” excuse that’s why he jumped ship from the beginning..

  • @a.g4521
    @a.g4521 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Come on guys, they are offering him a loan + royalty + pretty significant equity! That’s not fair for him or his business. I’m glad he got the exposure he came for without cutting a deal.

  • @ayushisingh2139
    @ayushisingh2139 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    he could have taken kevin’s deal, bt he was here to market his brand , Mark was right as always

  • @jonoddur6400
    @jonoddur6400 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can't never focus on this show, just can't stop thinking about Barbara sitting on my face until I almost asphyxiatie

  • @soothingmoments2139
    @soothingmoments2139 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That is a freaking sleeping bag ..You just renamed it to portable blanket..Sleeping bag works exactly how he described it.. Stain and water proof and thermal insulated

  • @miguelcanete3968
    @miguelcanete3968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Everyone who comes to this show should do this. Being there is enough publicity

  • @lorenzop9914
    @lorenzop9914 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The most complex episode ever watched since now.
    So many different offers, in my opinion, the most complex the offer become the less is appealing.
    Have to rewatch it again to grasp everything.

  • @adamchristie7626
    @adamchristie7626 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    What amazes me is that they don’t even think it’s overpriced

    • @snow_monkey
      @snow_monkey 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      make one cheaper and not for midgets and I'll buy it

    • @josee1984
      @josee1984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Camping stuff is always bullshit expensive

  • @jn1dotcom
    @jn1dotcom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    whoever wrote the description " looking in $600 for 4%!" needs to relook at it again. Cheapest best deal ever !!! 😆🤣😂 im in !

  • @HalferLandPerformance
    @HalferLandPerformance 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    People don't realize going on the show is NOT FREE. My old company EcoBorder Landscape Edging were going to go on there. The owner and myself reviewed the contract and ABC/NBC (Forgot the actual Parent company that owns the show) takes 3-5% of your company to just go on the show, whether you get a deal or NOT!

    • @walte153
      @walte153 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I read a while back that Mark Cuban and some of the other sharks complained about those payments. The required payments supposedly were eliminated.

    • @sushio4357
      @sushio4357 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@walte153 its not. You don't give equity anymore, you still need to pay a lotta cash.

  • @barbieblue3336
    @barbieblue3336 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    4:17 mark's face lol
    He asks great questions

  • @DearDextra
    @DearDextra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    He came here for exposure and he got it!

    • @hithere2631
      @hithere2631 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good for him tbh

    • @Randomaccount9470
      @Randomaccount9470 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@hithere2631I'd respect it
      If he didn't stutter like a lil bxtch when they called him out

  • @queenofhorror7600
    @queenofhorror7600 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    First mark is a genius. He can always tell when someone is there just for the publicity.
    Second, yes it’s a smart business move as an entrepreneur to get on the show for the exposure. However, the reason it’s upsetting is bc it’s taking a spot from someone else who maybe sold their house, sold all their belongings and could really use a shark. That’s where ethics comes into play on this like they’re wasting air time for exposure that could’ve went to someone who really needed the investment

  • @josephlloyd9636
    @josephlloyd9636 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I really appreciate his honesty & work ethic. But he should have taken Damon and guest shark's offer . Would been awesome deal for him !! 🤪🤞

  • @ethanavery9748
    @ethanavery9748 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Besides the fact that he was milking for shark tank exposure, I like the way this guy presented himself during the pitch

  • @stuff1784
    @stuff1784 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The guest CEO (the Tom’s guy) is SUPER charismatic!!! I can see how he is the ultimate salesperson!

  • @sydneychampagne6477
    @sydneychampagne6477 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    barbara: “i don’t use blankets i like being cold” so those reasons i’m out

  • @generalboss4435
    @generalboss4435 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Kevin when he hears royalty 🤣

  • @shamarwashington5574
    @shamarwashington5574 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Barbara: “I’m not on the show, you are already rich, and it looks like you are running a scam. But I make deals with my heart and for that reason, I’m in.”

  • @BackTheBlueTillItHappensToYou
    @BackTheBlueTillItHappensToYou 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    How absolutely awful can a company be ran to make 5% profit on 8 million dollars

    • @SuperJutah
      @SuperJutah 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      It is about structering the company to be sold... no one is in it for the long term or legacy anymore... It's all done on venture capital and everybody wants a quick buck!

  • @user9951
    @user9951 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I like how they show Kevin face when he say donation

  • @SAM-re8ip
    @SAM-re8ip 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    He just came for free air time... And he got what he wanted!!!

  • @ElroyJones05
    @ElroyJones05 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dude get backstage and there’s a deputy to serve him. It’s from Barbara…”I’m out.”

  • @sallypalmer6482
    @sallypalmer6482 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    One hundred dollars for a recycled plastic blanket?! I recently got a pure cotton blanket for £30.

    • @sarehgolestaneh5393
      @sarehgolestaneh5393 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ok but cotton is not necessarily better specially in this case, plastic is much lighter and more durable and doesn't absorb water and its doesn't catch fiber. Also you can add many properties to polyester fibers. So for this specific usage, plastic is actually better choice.

    • @Rowanda7361
      @Rowanda7361 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sarehgolestaneh5393 or you could just get a sleeping bag lol

    • @cragworks
      @cragworks ปีที่แล้ว

      Try sleeping in 5 degree weather with a cotton blanket. You will freeze and get sick. Cotton doesnt retain heat, it is for keeping you cool and absorbing your sweat.

  • @bigfarru2
    @bigfarru2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    I went and bought me one of those blankets after this video. I love it🥰

    • @AlexandreG
      @AlexandreG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      So his disgusting plan worked and you're boasting about falling for it, nice

    • @slydunk9986
      @slydunk9986 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      its a waste if miney. its litterly half of a sleeping bag for double the price!

    • @hithere2631
      @hithere2631 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AlexandreG whats wrong with getting on a show for publicity lmao 🤡 honestly people need to see the bigger picture

    • @AlexandreG
      @AlexandreG 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hithere2631 I'm sorry, but that's 🤡 you buddy
      Talking about seeing the bigger picture when you're totally missing it 💩💩💩

  • @matthewbell4273
    @matthewbell4273 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Entrepreneur: Literally pours wine on the floor
    Also entrepreneur: Let's protect the planet and offset our carbon footprints

  • @muhammadfurqanahmed9529
    @muhammadfurqanahmed9529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "How do you sleep at night?" Damn I thought he was angry or something.

  • @uaintseememaaan8901
    @uaintseememaaan8901 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Laurie: Let me tell you what I’m gonna do...
    Wylie: Whaddya got Laurie? 😅
    Laurie: I’m out. 😊
    Me: 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @SkyLegendary
    @SkyLegendary 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lmao the reaction of Mark at the end: UGH! 😑

  • @The_Real_Mier
    @The_Real_Mier 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In addition to the ‘stuck in car on ice cold night’ story:
    ALWAYS have a few TEA LIGHTS in your CAR!!!
    You can WARM UP a car with just 2(!) of them.
    So throw a bunch of them (and a lighter!!!) in your car and always have them with you!!!

  • @Autonomous_Don
    @Autonomous_Don 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Kevin has carried this show.
    Especially if it was just mark.
    I’d be like f’ck this if Kevin wasn’t in it

    • @jakecooper5855
      @jakecooper5855 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well that's not nice

    • @mariajessabenaziralcantara70
      @mariajessabenaziralcantara70 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lori is actually better

    • @jakecooper5855
      @jakecooper5855 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mariajessabenaziralcantara70 You should never include the word 'actually' in a subjective opinion

  • @oneuser06
    @oneuser06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Should have taken the deal with the two sharks. Grow, make more money and all is happy. They can probably also get his costs down and increase profits.

  • @adedaremayowa1347
    @adedaremayowa1347 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    He's definitely there for the spotlight

  • @darthvaldez999
    @darthvaldez999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    9:27 Marks "UUG" is a timeless classic 😂

  • @akshaysavad7350
    @akshaysavad7350 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Royalty is fishing net to capture all sharks 😂

  • @RevoZtuns
    @RevoZtuns 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I find it funny how they always ask about how they came up with this idea and the inspiration behind it, then half way thru the story - so how much is the cost, how much have u sold etc etc

    • @Rickyexplores
      @Rickyexplores 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Because it's edited sir lol these pitches are roughly 45mins to almost 1-2hrs. They just cut the pieces down to make the show more entertaining

  • @jimpryor99
    @jimpryor99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    They should be required to sign a contract saying if they're caught using the show as a commercial then they have to pay for a full one hour infomercial

  • @Nannerchan
    @Nannerchan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    He wasn’t looking for a deal. He just wanted publicity.