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Hear why "buying to sell" can generate a much higher return on investment than the public company practice of "buying to keep".

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loved it. learnt a lot. I recommend it others willing to learn a bit about PE.

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  • Philly86
  • Lafayette Hill, PA, United States
  • 05-29-13

The title had more juice that the recording

What would have made The Strategic Secret of Private Equity (Harvard Business Review) better?

The title had more juice that the recording. Like listening to paint dry. At least it was not long.

2 of 4 people found this review helpful