This special episode of the Karma School of Business Podcast features a curated selection of book recommendations from private equity industry leaders. These books promise to enrich your strategic thinking and personal growth, covering topics from life lessons to technological advancements and historical insights.Episode Highlights: 1:34 - "My Teacher, My Son" by Nick Shaw: Transformative life and leadership lessons. 5:06 - Scott Estill recommends "Chip Wars" and "AI 2041" for tech insights. 9:50 - Joe DeLuca's pick: "The Making of the Atomic Bomb" for business history. 13:00 - Scott Becker on team building with "Good to Great" and health in "Outlive." 16:25 - John Kirk discusses collective success in "Us" by Terrence Real. 19:48 - Brit Yonge explores choice in "Man’s Search for Meaning." 23:35 - Doug Horn on industry future with "The End of the World is Just the Beginning" and "Americana." 26:41 - Mohit Kansal values data in "Moneyball" by Michael Lewis. 28:23 - Marshall Phelps on...

In a poignant episode of the Karma School of Business podcast, host Sean Mooney and guest Nick Shaw, co-founder of Mirrorbox Leadership Lab and author of "My Teacher, My Son," delve into Nick's journey through tragedy to discovery. They explore themes of life, empathy, and choice, offering insights on transforming life's hardest moments into growth.Episode Highlights: 2:31 - Nick Shaw's journey to executive coaching 6:24 - Introduction to "My Teacher, My Son" and William's story 13:44 - The importance of pausing life's relentless pace 21:01 - Embracing empathy and simplicity 31:48 - Nick's current endeavors and steps forwardFor more information:"My Teacher, My Son" book: https://bit.ly/4aiggooAbout Nick Shaw: www.meetnickshaw.comMirrorbox Leadership Lab: www.mirrorboxleadershiplab.comWilliam's Be Yourself Challenge: www.williamsbeyourselfchallenge.orgBluWave and podcast: www.bluwave.net/podcast

In an engaging episode of the Karma School of Business podcast, host Sean Mooney talks with Dave Feierstein, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Ronin Equity Partners. They explore Dave's journey from his entrepreneurial roots to pioneering new strategies in private equity. This episode is a treasure trove for those in private equity and business, highlighting the importance of efficient operations, change management, and innovative value creation.Episode Highlights: 1:30 - Dave Feierstein's journey into private equity 9:53 - Enhancing value through Zero-based Budgeting 16:15 - Implementing a business transformation strategy 25:16 - Ronin's distinctive approach to value creation 37:02 - Dave shares a practical life hackFor more information:About Dave and Ronin Equity Partners: roninequitypartners.comAbout BluWave and the podcast: bluwave.net/podcast

In this insightful episode of the podcast, Sean Mooney, BluWave's Founder and CEO, engages in a deep dive with Eric Jensen, Operations Director at Nordic Capital. They discuss the nuances of the M&A market, the criticality of preparing for the M&A process, and the importance of role alignment. Additionally, they touch on Eric's transition from consulting to private equity, emphasizing operational excellence, value creation, and the synergy of Essential Skills with leadership to enhance performance. This conversation offers valuable perspectives on the private equity landscape.Episode Highlights: 1:05 - Eric Jensen's journey into private equity 6:54 - Introduction to Thor and its significance 10:09 - Identifying traits of operational excellence 15:41 - The role of expertise in driving value creation 20:38 - Effective stakeholder communication strategies 27:13 - Comparing private equity investments in the US and Europe 31:30 - Eric shares wisdom with his younger selfFor more information:

In the latest episode of the Karma School of Business podcast, Sean Mooney, alongside Jay Hernandez from Raymond James, dives into the nuances of the M&A market. They offer actionable insights for both buyers and sellers, emphasizing the critical importance of preparation. The conversation also veers into personal territory, with Hernandez sharing a culinary life hack involving sous vide cooking for achieving the perfect steak.Episode Highlights: 1:22 - Introduction to Jay Hernandez and his M&A background 8:21 - Analyzing the current state of the M&A market 14:22 - Advice for sellers on engaging with investment banks 24:08 - Tips for buyers on preparing for investment bank interactions 29:03 - How investment banks handle new Letters of Intent (LOIs) 34:12 - Jay's culinary life hack: sous vide for the perfect steakFor more information on Raymond James, go to www.raymondjames.comFor more information on BluWave and this podcast, go to www.bluwave.net/podcast

In a special episode featuring audio from the "Interim Ingenuity: Ready-made Executives to Elevate Your Company" webinar, we hear from Mark Steenhoek of The Stephens Group and Bryan West of Resurgens Technology Partners. Moderated by BluWave's Richmond Donnelly, the panel discusses the critical role of interim executives in today's business landscape, sharing insights on selection processes, value addition, and ensuring successful engagements.Episode Highlights: 3:28 - Discussing human capital as a top priority 4:42 - Utilizing interim executives effectively 9:20 - The added value and common roles of interim executives 16:49 - Criteria for selecting interim executives 22:10 - Keys to a successful interim executive engagementTo learn more about Mark and The Stephens Group, go to www.stephensgroup.com.To learn more about Bryan and Resurgens Technology Partners, go to wwww.resurgenstech.comTo learn more about BluWave and this podcast, go to www.bluwave.net/podcast

In this insightful episode of the podcast, host Sean Mooney engages with Scott Estill, Managing Partner at Lancor, to explore the dynamic shifts within the private equity sector. They cover the criticality of matching the right talent to the right roles, the increasing focus on the human element in business, and strategies top private equity firms employ for talent acquisition and retention. The discussion also touches on the role of technological advancements in the industry and the imperative of adaptability in an ever-changing business environment. Join us for a deep dive into these compelling topics.Episode Highlights: 1:53 - Scott shares his perspective on problem-solving and interactions with Uber drivers 11:43 - Key factors for successful talent searches 22:54 - Strategies of leading PE firms in talent assessment and attraction 29:25 - Book recommendations from ScottFor more information on Scott and Lancor, go to www.lancor.com

In this episode, we explore the pivotal insights from the Q3, 2023 Insights Report, highlighting the evolving dynamics of the private equity industry against a backdrop of changing market fundamentals. The discussion focuses on the industry's growing confidence, a strategic pivot towards growth, and the increasing importance of human capital. Join us as we unpack these trends, supported by compelling data, and discuss their potential impact on the future of private equity.Episode Highlights: 1:26 - Rising confidence within private equity 4:45 - Signs of improving market fundamentals 9:25 - A focus on growth investments by PE firms 10:51 - The surge in human capital activities in PE 14:28 - Advancing with caution: areas to watch 18:03 - Making a bold prediction about the industry's futureFor more information on BluWave and this podcast, go to www.bluwave.net/podcast

In this captivating episode, host Sean Mooney and guest Andy Greenberg delve into their diverse career trajectories and the dynamic evolution of the M&A market. From Andy's unexpected journey from politics to investment banking to the transformation of M&A operations through technology, they discuss the growing importance of specialization in the field. They also forecast the potential impact of AI on the industry's future efficiency.Episode Highlights: 1:31 - Andy shares his journey into the world of M&A 7:10 - Reflecting on the M&A landscape in the mid-90s 12:58 - The evolution of the M&A business to its current state 22:14 - The increasing significance of industry-specific expertise 29:44 - Predictions for the future direction of the M&A market 36:18 - Andy imparts wisdom to his younger selfTo learn more about Andy and Greenberg Variations Capital, go to www.greenbergvariations.comTo listen to Middle Market Musings, go to www.middlemarketmusings.com