Autistic Entrepreneur Turning Over £3.5M In Sales! | Dragons' Den
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Ben Pearson is next into The Den, pitching his men's clothing line with larger bodies in mind. He's seeking a £150,000 investment in exchange for 10% of his company, Big Clothes 4 U.
Season 20, Episode 2.
An international sensation, Dragon's Den features entrepreneurs pitching for investment in the Den from our Dragons, five venture capitalists willing to invest their own money in exchange for equity.
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That’s the kinda a man you need running a company. Very straightforward and not afraid to put ‘the truth’ out there (taking the hit). Impressive.
@craigpardy6204
4 ай бұрын
Just hire autistics for every occasion, we do a great job and we're VERY focused..
@Gonken88
4 ай бұрын
What? His understanding of economy obviously was out the window.
@Windows-kz4ke
3 ай бұрын
That’s his autism (genuinely) Elon Musk is also autistic, when it’s high functioning, these people are unrivalled in their intelligence and efficiency
@davidasbridge5368
3 ай бұрын
Love it I wish him luck 👏
@CPTZK11
3 ай бұрын
@@Gonken88he may have flawed business application but his knowledge of all his business numbers is far greater than 90"% of what we see on the show.just needs a little coaching is all
Finally a pitch without someone whining, sulking and crying about their sickness, bad fortune etc. Love this guy.
@Windows-kz4ke
3 ай бұрын
I presume this is sarcasm, very nicely done
@jptiger773
3 ай бұрын
Did you watch the video?!
@Windows-kz4ke
3 ай бұрын
@@jptiger773 No
@thedappercook
3 ай бұрын
It's an oldie
@trancemadmaz
3 ай бұрын
Between 3:33 and 3:40 the opposite is mentioned.
I can tell you autism is such a struggle for all. Some have the ability to thrive of it and this individual is so highly intelligent it’s so beautiful to see.
@BenjaminGoose
4 ай бұрын
What a generic bot response.
@Toxic0T
3 ай бұрын
your response is a lot more botty@@BenjaminGoose
@lukerinderknecht2982
3 ай бұрын
He did a great job representing himself.
@davidcoen9021
2 ай бұрын
Can you really? You can says that on behalf of ALL AUTISTIC PEOPLE WORLDWIDE?! No you damn well can't. First of all, there are many autistic people who are very happy indeed with being autistic. Secondly, I recommend that you read about the social model of disability.
Massive respect to this man, even if his books weren’t great he showed how neurodiversity can be an asset not a curse and delivered one of the best pitches I’ve ever seen!
@user-oe1mb9hu9i
4 ай бұрын
If he did have neurodiversity he wouldn't (simply couldn't) be standing there on TV. Too many creeps going aeound claiming disability. All he's doing is selling clothes - the reason he can't grow anymore is that ALL the clothes makers ALREADY make XL, XXL and XXXL clothing. He's created nothing new and certainly not a USP by patting himself on the back and telling everyone and anyone that he suffers from autism. LOL.
@jolin8493
3 ай бұрын
Our trusted leadership of society says all out of ordinary is a curse, a diagnosis, a diability. Its crazy
@user-oe1mb9hu9i
3 ай бұрын
@@jolin8493 They have to make up some sort of story to try and get the people's attention, so how's about strongly exaggerating some small mishap that some fool doctor diagnosed for lack of anything else. Pitiful. But hey: He came ion for an investment and he got one. It's all in the art of selling your story and making it "credible". Nothing else.
@davidcoen9021
2 ай бұрын
*neurodivergence
@user-oe1mb9hu9i
2 ай бұрын
@@davidcoen9021 BS - It's a story that supports his pitch. Just like all of them.
You see so many pitchers fumbling over even the most basic numbers of their business but this man had full control and gave them straight answers every time. Props for that.
One of the best pitches I've ever seen. What a guy.
@Scweeee
3 ай бұрын
Shame his company is in liquidation 💀
This lad is amazing he has a mind of steel and aimed for the stars
Oh my God. I’m so happy for him. This are the kind of stories I can spend my entire day listening to instead of negative and toxic media
Touker to the rescue. Thank you Touker for giving him a go. Awesome.
@iakobkv271
Ай бұрын
lets goo
I also have autism and function similar to this man. loved seeing this so much. Inspiring.
I got autism and I don't lie when I say that I wanted to see another member of the community in dragons den.
@KiJiHoon
4 ай бұрын
Same here this is the first episode that's made me cry lol
@1337murk
4 ай бұрын
You haven't 'got' autism, you are autistic.
@wedontexist369
4 ай бұрын
I have autism and I couldn’t give less of a fook. Some of the greatest minds in history were on the spectrum - if anything, we have the advantage. Of course a hyper obsessive individual is going to be successful? I enjoy watching the normal folk attempt to succeed instead.
@BenjaminGoose
3 ай бұрын
No one "gets" autism, you're born with it.
@musicjunk8266
3 ай бұрын
😂👏@@wedontexist369
One of the best pitch I’ve seen on here. And Steven, I see what you did there.
@JoeyShiesty12
3 ай бұрын
Shoutout to Steven!
@lovehealth-je6co
3 ай бұрын
Nobody cares. This pitch is boring
This guy's character is rock solid and straightforward like no other. Impressive!
This shows the talent in neurodiversity. It is important society becomes awake. Thankfully, there are large organisations who have changed their HR processes to invite such talent but there is a long way to go !!!
@FateBoost
4 ай бұрын
Stigma going away finally. Whilst some neurodivergent people can unfortunately be a ‘burden’ to a company and sometimes hired just to fill quotas. Others can perform much better than colleagues with the correct support in place.
Nerves of steel, no bullshit and simple honesty
Clean and beautiful. When you enter the den with an objective and you get it do not get greedy, valued the right person and he did read the room perfectly. Well done
He is autistic but presented perfectly much better than I would and remembered all his numbers, they often say it's people with some sort of disabilities that are amazing at other things
@iFireender
7 күн бұрын
That's because autism at this level is hardly a disability - it's just a behaviorial difference. Like someone might be inclined to aggression, or a crybaby.
I highly respect this man. Indeed it was a great pitch despite when the balance sheet came out. So pleased Touker made an offer.
What a heart warning pitch by Ben! He has so much courage. I'm impressed!!!! He's been on a journey that's affected his mind and body but his determination is incredible!! ❤❤
I'd love to be his friend. Got plenty of time for blokes like him.
@qfina
3 ай бұрын
lol
@user-le8ll3kh8c
3 ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂
@JLA91
3 ай бұрын
How is this comment funny?dude is clearly a sound guy and the original commentator clearly meant that.
@lovehealth-je6co
3 ай бұрын
You’re life is depressing
Lovely to hear the dragons say nice things to a well deserved person hope he continues to do well
Inspiring fella
Actually Tuka wants to celebrate with Ben Pearson but yeah people with autism are not that social. He just left, but deep inside we know he is super happy that Tuka is on board! Congrats Ben! I love you so much! You are such a crystal clear entrepreneur! I want to meet you one day ❤
@mgb311
4 ай бұрын
This was filmed during covid.
@JLA91
3 ай бұрын
He probably did wanna celebrate though but the reason they didn't wasn't becayse of Autism, was just because it was Covid. Who knows though maybe it would have ended up going the same way even if it wasn't during Covid.
@MrLoqy
3 ай бұрын
@@JLA91 that is possible too
Well said don't let anyone stand in your way ✅
Great guy with a great heart. Great example to all entrepreneurs on how to properly pitch and not mumble. A lot of respect goes to him. 👏👏👏
this was a good one, one of the best pitches i've seen on this show
Absolutely proud of him for this. I won't let this anxiety I struggle with stop me.
@Heloo181
2 ай бұрын
Amen get it 🎉
Inspiring story,well done sir.
What a powerhouse man ... The guys made it and hes proper confident..
What an inspiring guy, what an amazing story of persistence and determination. I wish Ben and Touker much success.
🙏🙏 I have lots of health problems and all I can tell u guys out there is be positive and fight for what u want, I neally died three times and I am still here, Be positive and u will succeed in life 🙏🙏
This guy is an inspiration, Straightforward right to the point, Bravo.👏👏👏
Wow this was absolutely inspirational 😊💕✨️
@chipbuttytime3396
3 ай бұрын
he got almost 1 million inheritance.... that made him a success
Love these older pitches and episodes
Well done - so inspiring!!
Holy smoke, man... keep going, you're doing amazing! Also, really striking look you been in a music video or so?
Great guy good to see a straight talker
@lovehealth-je6co
3 ай бұрын
Lol people don’t talk straight do they ?
What a great guy, best of luck to him!
Loved this episode!
Simple, straight & effective, no messing around bosh! 💰
Absolutely phenomenal entrepreneur and pitch! I really admire his story, his presentation, his calm and just so happy he got the investment from the investor he wanted! Well done Ben! 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤
Great job mate
The mind is a powerfull thing!! He wasnt scared or intimidated one bit...fairplay mate well done im proud of you 👏
Good luck to you Ben!!
What an inspiring man. Wishes you best of luck!
Now this is the guy you need to represent us Autistics!
@user-le8ll3kh8c
3 ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂😂😂
@chipbuttytime3396
3 ай бұрын
yeah someone who inherited a million quid almost and started a business............ if he did it from scratch you would have a point
Very worthy entrepreneur.. congrats and wishing you every sucess.. God Bless..
Big respect to this bloke 👌🏽 nothing kept him down and now his smashing it , well done fella 👍🏼🙏🏽
Awesome ........... just Awesome! All the best mate.
Incredibly inspirational man and well done Touker
ah this guy is fantastic. such a lovely and clever guy
So happy for him! Amazing and so inspirational! With Tuka he will definitely be going places!
Well done Tuka, your a class act and Im sure you will do well out of that investment in so many ways.
More people like this in the world please. Super inspiring!
Fantastic Tucker 🎉❤🎉❤ What a Great lad !
What a legend. Love this guy.
Crunching those numbers on the balance sheet just boggles my mind.😮 One of the few segments where Touker is the sole investor!😅
Fantastic pitch what a man, I've never been so pleased to see someone get a investment.
that was brilliant
Inspirational! Well done that man 👏
Indeed a great pitch.
I love that the guy starts introducing himself while he is walking into the room
What a truly nice man he is !
Lad is sensational
@hmq9052
3 ай бұрын
Relax.
@lovehealth-je6co
3 ай бұрын
@@hmq9052people have lost their minds
Best ever !! Great dude!!
This has to be one of best most inspiring pitches I've ever seen on Dragon's Den. He's a true inspiration & certainly acquitted himself well despite suffering from anxiety among other things.
What an incredible man. My hat goes off to you, sir 😊
A truly inspiring individual.
Best of luck Well done for everything you have done so far
Well done!
made my day this
That is a man on a mission. He will succeed no doubt
Well done and hats off to TS for investing! The guy deserved the business break!
Fantastic good luck for the future 💪😊✌️
Inspired,great guy🎉
My grandson has WAGR syndrome and autism. I love him to bits and I’m always impressed by his view on life and how he sees things so differently . The only thing that I absolutely infuriates me is when adults who should know better and kids bully him. If Granny ever gets to witness this ,then I wouldn’t like to be in their shoes!
What an inspiring man
ah man what a lovely bloke
an inspiration in a very personal way for me.
Thanks tuka
What an inspiring man!
What a great guy. Very good business
I can't figure out the balance sheet... He would effectively need about £1.5m fixed assets net book value for it to balance.
Inspirational man.
fair play matey. I'll be looking to get some stuff soon
What an inspiring man .
Best pitch ever !!!
inspiring stuff
Another grand day out 👍, is that the cafe at the top of Ashbourne 🤔?
Nice to see Big Loz getting some modelling work 💪
A lot of respect for this man...we know Tuker was throwing him a lifeline but he deserves it
Good for him ❤
Thats the kind of man we need to run the country.
@Mickenos85
3 ай бұрын
Just looked at his records. Touker didnt join him. Certainly not on paper records. How sad. Im sure it would have worked. And best wishes to the young man for his tenacity and efforts.
@tonidewonderful4187
3 ай бұрын
he is a nervous wreck by his own admission, he wouldnt last a day
What an amazing personality! Wouldn make an offer just learn from him and help him grow. Any business, any time!
I can't decide if he was unlucky because he has autism, or he was lucky because he was left hundreds of thousands my his grandad. I think most people in his shoes would have wasted all that money. Good on him!
Ben is amazing we are all standing by you 💖,
@lovehealth-je6co
3 ай бұрын
Loool get real
Someone put on here it’s nice to see someone not whining the first thing he did was tell them he was in care
I Love A Happy Ending 😊
I'm super super impressed!!! ❤
4:14 Touker is on the edge lol.