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Distant Force
Distant Force

A Memoir of the Teledyne Corporation and the Man Who Created It

2007

Biography

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George A. Roberts

Learn the inside story of Teledyne Corporation's founding and how Henry Singleton built it into an industrial powerhouse. This book details the principles, strategies, and tactics behind Teledyne and Singleton's remarkable success.

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Jermaine's Notes
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May 2024

Useful insights on management, capital allocation, and measuring financial performance. Hard to find. Email me for tips. Read 2007 hardcover.

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The Outsiders
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April 2024

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