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Podcast: James Schramko Podcast
Episode: 1130 - Man Down: When Success Becomes Your Biggest Risk
Description: 01:53 - Dan built Australia’s top craft brewery and held $15 million in equity, which he left all behind as the business collapsed under debt.04:44 - Despite the risks, transparency mattered more to Dan than protecting his image.08:17 - Dan saw clear signs the business was nearing insolvency. His warnings were ignored as costs kept climbing.12:18 - Personal relationships led to turmoil that paralyzed the company during a critical period.15:09 - Decision-making shifted to directors and staff who didn’t share Dan’s urgency. 17:55 - When things looked safe, Dan signed...