5 Minutes in the Lower Middle Market
5 Minutes in the Lower Middle Market is a short daily podcast on the best ideas, lessons, and signals in the world of small business acquisitions, holdcos, private equity, and operating companies. In five minutes or less, it helps buyers, operators, and investors get sharper on what actually matters in the lower middle market.
5 Minutes in the Lower Middle Market
Latest Episodes
The Swiss Cheese Model for Picking Great CEOs
In this episode of 5 Minutes in the Lower Middle Market, we explore a simple idea: great operators are often the people who have already passed through many hard filters.The lesson: when hiring a GM, backing a CEO, or evaluating managem...
Solo Search vs. Partnered Search: What the Data Says
In this episode of 5 Minutes in the Lower Middle Market, we look at the data behind solo searchers versus partnered search funds and why partnerships have historically outperformed on average.0:00 Patience as an investor, impatience as ...
The Quiet $20B Empire Built on HVAC, Filtration, and Safety | Larry Gies of Madison Industries
In this episode of 5 Minutes in the Lower Middle Market, we look at Larry Gies and Madison Industries, one of the best examples of how boring, unglamorous businesses can create enormous value.The lesson: you do not need a glamorous busi...
