{"product_id":"behind-the-berkshire-hathaway-curtain-9781119066187","title":"Behind the Berkshire Hathaway Curtain","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWarren Buffett is a legend primarily for his investment philosophy. He isn't concerned about the intricacies of the market, but instead focuses on the quality of the companies Berkshire Hathaway stands behind. Yet we know little about the leaders of the companies that Buffett handpicks.  \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eBehind the Berkshire Hathaway Curtain: Lessons from Warren Buffett's Top Business Leaders\u003c\/i\u003e, author Ronald W. Chan  founder and CEO of Chartwell Capital  offers a behind-the-scenes look into the careers of Berkshire Hathaway executives who have both directly and indirectly contributed to the conglomerate's success.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing on exclusive interviews from Berkshire leaders, Chan vividly describes how an exceptional group of managers has built a culture of achievement. With a keen eye for detail, he shows how their lessons can be applied for career success and personal fulfillment. Brimming with practical advice, the book will appeal to both executives and employees wanting to improve thei\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Exploring Life with Cathy Baron-Tamraz: Business Wire 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Teaming Up with Randy Watson: Justin Brands 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Taking Action with Stanford Lipsey: Buffalo News 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 Brainstorming with Barry Tatelman: Jordan's Furniture 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Adding Value with Dennis Knautz: Acme Brick Company 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Investigating Business with Brad Kinstler: See’s Candies 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Looking Forward with Marla Gottschalk: The Pampered Chef 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 Striving for Excellence with David Sokol: MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 Learning to Adapt from Walter Scott Jr.: MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion Behind the Berkshire Hathaway Curtain 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 173\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Wiley \u0026 Sons Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49406977835351,"sku":"9781119066187","price":17.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781119066187.jpg?v=1730497764","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/behind-the-berkshire-hathaway-curtain-9781119066187","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}