Why Are All The Dragons Saying Yes? | Are They Investing in Businesses... or Stories?

Are Dragons investing in great businesses, or simply backing great stories?

In this episode of The Boardroom: Dragons' Den Watchalong, I sit down with comedian Andrew Maxwell to watch another episode of Dragons' Den and break down the pitches from the perspective of a former Dragon.

From sustainable skincare and golf gadgets to fintech startups and food brands, we analyse what separates a compelling pitch from a genuinely investable business.

Along the way, I explain how investors think about valuations, why fundraising can sometimes matter more than revenue, the hidden realities of Dragon partnerships, and the questions entrepreneurs should be asking before accepting investment.

We also discuss how Dragons' Den has evolved over the years, whether the Dragons have become less ruthless, and why modern founders are often far more polished than those who entered the Den two decades ago.

Would the original Dragons have made the same decisions? And are today's investors focusing enough on the numbers behind the story?

A fascinating conversation about investing, entrepreneurship and the realities of building a successful business.

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