Queen Boss Season 1 Episode 2 Network Match-Maker
- January 21, 2017
- 38 min
In Queen Boss season 1 episode 2, titled "Network Match-Maker," the focus is on networking and building relationships. The six female entrepreneurs who remain in the competition are tasked with creating a pitch for a potential business partner. The partner they are pitching to is none other than Mikki Taylor, former editor-at-large for Essence Magazine and founder of Mikki Taylor Enterprises.
The episode begins with the Queen Bosses gathering at the workspace and discussing their experiences with networking. Some of them, like Robin, have already built a strong network of business contacts, while others, like Lauren, are still working on making those connections. The women are excited to meet with Mikki Taylor, as they know her connections could potentially lead to huge opportunities for their businesses.
After a brief chat with Mikki, the Queen Bosses are split into two teams. Each team is given one hour to come up with a pitch for Mikki, outlining why their business would be a good fit for her network of connections. The teams work quickly and efficiently, crafting their pitches and rehearsing them until they are confident in their deliveries.
Next, both teams pitch their ideas to Mikki. The judges watch as each team presents their business and tries to convince Mikki that they are the best fit for her network. Mikki asks tough questions and takes her time evaluating each pitch, looking for a business that stands out from the rest.
After much deliberation, Mikki selects one team as the winner of the challenge. The members of the winning team are thrilled as they know that this puts them one step closer to the grand prize. However, the other team is left feeling disappointed as they know their chances of winning are now slimmer.
The Queen Bosses then move on to their next task - creating a brand video for their businesses. Each entrepreneur is given a professional videographer and two hours to shoot footage that showcases their brand. They are also given access to a professional editing suite, where they can put the finishing touches on their videos.
The women work hard to craft videos that accurately represent their brands and showcase their unique personalities. From heartfelt interviews to stunning product shots, each video is unique and powerful.
The episode concludes with the judges reviewing the brand videos and providing feedback to the Queen Bosses. Mikki Taylor is impressed with the quality of the videos and notes that each woman has a strong brand that could potentially succeed in the marketplace. The judges then deliberate and ultimately must eliminate one of the contestants from the competition.
Overall, "Network Match-Maker" is a thrilling episode that emphasizes the importance of networking and building relationships. The Queen Bosses learn valuable lessons about creating strong pitches and effective branding, all while facing the difficult challenge of being eliminated from the competition. Through it all, the women remain determined and focused on their goals, knowing that they have what it takes to be the next Queen Boss.