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Igniting Business Curiosity: The Entrepreneurial Shark Tank

Introduction

Welcome to an exciting new lesson in our Business class! Today, we're diving into the world of entrepreneurship and innovation. But instead of opening a textbook, we'll kick things off with a thrilling experience that will put your creativity and critical thinking to the test.

The "Shark Tank" Scenario

Imagine you're part of a panel of investors in a high-stakes Shark Tank scenario. Your challenge? To come up with a groundbreaking business idea that addresses a specific need in today's market. We will split into teams and brainstorm innovative products or services that will captivate our "sharks" (your classmates).

Instructions

  1. Form Teams: Students will be divided into small groups of 4-5 individuals.
  2. Choose a Focus Area: Each team will select one of the following categories to innovate within:
    • Technology
    • Sustainability
    • Health & Wellness
    • Education
    • Community Service
  3. Brainstorm Ideas: Take 15 minutes to discuss potential business ideas. Consider:
    • What problem does your idea solve?
    • Who is your target audience?
    • What makes your idea unique?
  4. Create a Pitch: Each team will have 2 minutes to present their business idea to the class. Be ready to answer questions from the “sharks” afterward!

Objective

This engaging exercise will set the stage for our upcoming unit on entrepreneurship, fostering teamwork, creativity, and real-world business skills. It’s a fun, interactive way to understand the basic principles of starting a business while working collaboratively.

Wrap-Up

After all groups have presented, we’ll debrief as a class. What were some standout ideas? What challenges did you face in developing your concept? How did you approach the task of convincing the sharks?

Let’s get those entrepreneurial minds buzzing and dive into today's real-world business adventure!