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Even on the Coast, she's the host with the most!

_mg_0710She's the face of Dragons' Den.

She's an industry veteran.

She's tall and beautiful.

She's smart and sassy.

She's the one, the only, Ms. Dianne Buckner, and yes, she's back!!!!

Not settling for studio time, Diane joined auditions on the east coast today to show what makes her great. Here are some pix.

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Kempton on Calgary

General of the Armchair Dragon Army, Kempton, has posted videos and comments on his expereinces with Dragons' Den auditions.  It is interesting to hear his perspective.

Give them a read here: http://kempton.wordpress.com/2007/04/28/dragons-den-calgary-entrepreneurs/

What does Kevin think?

K_oleary079_7 I sent an advance copy of my new book on entrepreneruship and venture capital to the man, the legend, the dragon, Mr. Kevin O'leary.

Here's what he had to say:

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A preview of the new book is now available online here:

http://www.lulu.com/browse/preview.php?fCID=779548

Give a look, and see if you agree with Kevin......

How to say "I'm out!"

During Season One, we heard the Dragons say "I'm Out" in a variety of ways,Elton_john787498

including:

  • You sir are a Crazy Chicken, for that reason I'm out.
  • I only invest in good people, so I'm out.
  • I'm out like Elton John in 1986.

Now we want to hear from you. 

Post a comment below with your most creative way of saying "I'm out".

Best comment gets a t-shirt.

Season Two - now with 20% more auditions

Twenty_percent_2 The lovely Molly informed me today that Dragons' Den has added more audition dates and times to the schedule. 

So if you still want your shot at the cash you need to succeed, just click over to www.CBC.ca/dragonsden and check out the new dates.

Where's Tingley

WhereswaldoA Dragons' Den t-shirt goes to the sharp Armchair Dragon that can correctly name the spot in the pic. 

Hint: It was taken today by Steven Tingley.

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Brand new Book

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As "DragonKeeper" I'm paid to help get deals get done. Over the last 8 years, I've trained over 3500 entrepreneuers, who have gone on to raise over $2B in capital.  This book shares with you the things I've learned about raising money and growing a business. Wether you are starting a business or want to know how to pitch, this book is for you.

Two years in the making, on May 1st it arrives.

Collecting the best columns from my first years as the Globe and Mail's national columnist on entreprenurship and venture capital, my book is now on sale. The book cover topics relevant to: founders, funders and those that service the entrepreneuiral ecosystem.  Including:

  • How to create an Elevator Pitch
  • How to pick a partner
  • The Art of Business Jui Jitsou
  • Networking to Survive
  • 14 questions every investor asks on the first date
  • What investors want

Here is the response the book has generated so far:

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You can get it online for for the best price just click here: http://www.lulu.com/content/779548

click this button: Support independent publishing: buy this book on Lulu.

Moncton, how we love ya!

_mg_0492 Auditions for Season Two keep rolling on.  Today we are in Moncton, where we met this lovely couple of pitchers.

If you are still interested in being on the Den, and securing the Capital you need to grow your business BUT you have missed the live auditions, you can always apply on line.

Just click over to: www.CBC.ca/dragonsden.com

Mike is en route to PEI

Ace Producer Mikey A is en route to discover PEI's best and brightest!

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Go Flames Go!!!

_mg_0466We had a huge turnout in Calgary over the weekend. 

The pitchers were great and we expect to see lots of these entrepreneurs during May/June's taping.

Big shout outs to Randy and Kempton for doing so much work at auditions.

Steve Tingely, sent these pictures to give you a small taste of the flavor of Calgary.

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