Reality television shows have comprehensive coverage of the word thanks to the internet. Shark Tank is one such show that was incepted in 2009 and has its initial geographical scope within the USA. However, due to new media, the same is now accessible to the world. The show has a few shortcomings on its veracity, emanating from contractual agreements made between investors and entrepreneurs where some of the contracts are not honored, yet the public perception is that they succeed. Socially, the series is of great value as it has enabled job creation through financed ventures, improved services offered to clients due to the funding of innovative products and services, as well as offer entrepreneurs and students a platform for networking and a pool of business knowledge through workshops and meeting events. Reality television shows are educative and enhance the new media form through a global reach approach to business
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Veracity
- Prejudgment and Assumption
- Disagreements
- Technicalities Inadequacies
- Breach of contract
- Social Values and Implications
- Job Creation
- Enhanced services and product experience
- Networking and access to business knowledge
- Target Audience and Opinions on Reality Television Series
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This research paper aims to evaluate the veracity and social value of the reality television series Shark Tank, analyze its target audience, and assess the show's content against relevant facts and professional opinions.
- Veracity of business deals and investment outcomes portrayed in the show
- Social impact of Shark Tank, including job creation and product innovation
- Target audience and their perceptions of reality television series
- Critical analysis of the show's authenticity and its potential for manipulation
- Evaluation of Shark Tank's contribution to the economic landscape
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The "Introduction" provides background information on Shark Tank, its origins, and the purpose of the research. The "Veracity" section examines the accuracy of the business deals depicted in the show, highlighting potential discrepancies between the portrayal of agreements and their actual implementation. This section explores various factors contributing to these discrepancies, including prejudgment by "Sharks," disagreements during negotiation phases, technical inadequacies of pitched businesses, and breaches of contract. The "Social Values and Implications" chapter examines the positive social contributions of Shark Tank, such as job creation, enhanced product and service experiences, and networking opportunities. It also explores the show's impact on the wider economic landscape.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This research paper explores the veracity and social value of Shark Tank, focusing on the authenticity of business deals, the show's impact on entrepreneurship and the economy, its target audience, and the ethical considerations of reality television.
- Quote paper
- Dr. Amos Wesonga (Author), 2016, Veracity and Social Value of Reality Television Series: Shark Tank, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/439531
