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About The Guest(s): David Dodson is a retired investment banker, investor, and CEO of multiple companies. He is also the author of "The Manager's Handbook," a best-selling book in the business space. Dodson has extensive experience in the world of small to medium-business acquisitions and mergers.

Summary: David Dodson, author of "The Manager's Handbook," shares his journey from growing up in rural Colorado to becoming a successful entrepreneur, investor, and teacher. He discusses the origins of the search fund model and the importance of execution in business. Dodson also highlights the five key skills that successful managers possess, including the ability to build a team, seek and take advice, be a good custodian of time, set and adhere to priorities, and have an obsession with quality. Dodson emphasizes the impact of underperformers and the importance of creating a positive work environment.

Key Takeaways:

Successful managers possess the ability to build a team, seek and take advice, be a good custodian of time, set and adhere to priorities, and have an obsession with quality.
The search fund model allows entrepreneurs to buy and run existing companies, providing liquidity and an exit strategy for the seller.
Execution is crucial in business, and the ability to get things done is often more important than having a great strategy.
Seeking and taking advice is a valuable skill that can help managers make better decisions and improve their performance.
Building a team is essential for success, and managers should focus on finding the right people and creating a positive work environment.

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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-dodson-author-investor/
Website: https://www.davedodson.com/
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