People must be realistic when evaluating their business.

Reality TV is a totally different animal than the infomercial world.

Nothing turns off an investor more than when an entrepreneur comes in with a ridiculous valuation.

I understand that finance can be very complex.

I have seen entrepreneurs ask for hundreds of millions of dollars on a concept and try to sell because of 'their passion' for an idea. If the idea is that good, why wouldn't I cut you out and hire someone who is just as passionate for much, much less?

Being born into poverty does not mean you are condemned to spend the rest of your life in poverty.

People must be realistic when evaluating their business.