Be Your Own Boss

Be Your Own Boss (2012)

EndedReality show

Prospective entrepreneurs try to convince Richard Reed, co-founder of food and beverages Innocent Drinks, to invest in their start-ups. With 500 hopefuls pitching ideas from bubblegum-flavoured chicken to hi-tech drink dispensers, the businessman selects the first three concepts he is considering risking his cash on from a £1million pot.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Episode 3Okt. 26, 2012
S01E06Episode 6Okt. 17, 2012
S01E05Episode 5Okt. 10, 2012
S01E04Episode 4Okt. 3, 2012
S01E02Episode 2Sept. 19, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Be Your Own Boss premiere?

Be Your Own Boss premiered on August 15, 2012.

Who are the hosts of Be Your Own Boss?

Be Your Own Boss was hosted by two business experts, Lauren Maillian and Sean Bisceglia.

What type of businesses were featured on Be Your Own Boss?

Be Your Own Boss featured small businesses that were struggling and in need of guidance and assistance.

How did the hosts help the struggling businesses on Be Your Own Boss?

The hosts of Be Your Own Boss provided the struggling businesses with guidance, advice, and funding to help improve and grow their businesses.

What was the ultimate goal for the businesses on Be Your Own Boss?

The ultimate goal for the businesses on Be Your Own Boss was to become successful and profitable.

How were the businesses chosen to be featured on Be Your Own Boss?

The businesses featured on Be Your Own Boss were chosen based on their struggles and potential for growth and success.

Did Be Your Own Boss have any celebrity guest stars?

Be Your Own Boss did not have any celebrity guest stars.

How long was each episode of Be Your Own Boss?

Each episode of Be Your Own Boss was 60 minutes long.

How did Be Your Own Boss fare in the ratings during its initial run?

Information on the ratings for Be Your Own Boss during its initial run is not available.

What channel originally aired Be Your Own Boss?

Be Your Own Boss originally aired on a cable network.

Was Be Your Own Boss renewed for multiple seasons?

Information on the renewal status of Be Your Own Boss is not available.

Was there a catch or challenge for the businesses to receive funding on Be Your Own Boss?

Yes, there was typically a challenge or catch that the businesses had to complete in order to receive the funding provided by the hosts on Be Your Own Boss.

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