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The Madden Curse for Investors

Motley Fool Money

CHAPTER

The Frog Life Cycle of Business Growth

This chapter uses a metaphor comparing the life cycle of companies to the development of a frog, discussing stages from startup to decline. It highlights challenges and metrics that define various growth phases, emphasizing the importance of management decisions in navigating through hyper-growth and breakeven stages. The conversation also addresses pitfalls of investing in companies at different phases, utilizing real-world examples to illustrate capital allocation and its impact on long-term success.

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