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AcquiredMar 17, 2020

The Top 10 Acquisitions of All-Time

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5 years and 100+ episodes into Acquired, there’s been one question we get asked more than any other: what are the best acquisitions of all-time, and what can we learn from them? We thought it was time to formalize our answers. So here it is, the Acquired Greatest Hits album. :) We also put together an accompanying blog post, which goes into greater detail on the numbers and methodology behind out rankings. You can find it here: https://www.acquired.fm/episodes/acquired-top-ten-the-best-acquisitions-of-all-time Feel free to share with your friends or on social media!
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Hamilton Helmer
Best for Entrepreneurs and business strategistsOften cited around best acquisitions of all time

“Hamilton Helmer discusses his book 'Seven Powers', which is described as a spectacular work and a best-kept secret in Silicon Valley, emphasizing its insights on business strategy.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Entrepreneurs and business strategists
Key quote: “For those who don't know Hamilton's name, he is the author of Seven Powers, which David recently described.”
The hosts mentioned Hamilton Helmer and his book 'Seven Powers' while discussing the importance of understanding strategic decisions in acquisitions. They highlighted Helmer's credibility by referencing praise from notable figures in the industry.
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