Barbara Corcoran

Who Is Barbara Corcoran?

At age 23, Barbara Corcoran had explored several jobs until discovering her true talent: an innate skill for business that would transform her into one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the United States. With a $1,000 loan, she left her job as a waitress to start a small real estate company in New York City, which would later become The Corcoran Group, the most influential and recognized brokerage brand in the country.

What is her Background?

Barbara Corcoran is the author of the bestselling book *Shark Tales: How I Turned $1,000 into a Billion Dollar Business!* and the host of one of the most popular business podcasts, *Business Unusual with Barbara Corcoran*. Her career in real estate and natural charisma have made her a prominent figure in the business and entrepreneurial world, and she is a regular contributor on small business and real estate topics in major media networks.

For the past nine seasons, Corcoran has been an investor on the four-time Emmy-winning show *Shark Tank*, where she has invested in over 80 businesses. She has also partnered with iconic brands such as Amazon, American Express, Microsoft, Toyota, and the Wall Street Journal, using her public relations, digital content, and event appearances to increase brand visibility and drive sales. Her contributions have strengthened these brands’ market presence and enhanced their impact.