Success Story with Scott D. Clary Brandon Dawson - Exited for $151M at 77X EBITDA | Stop Blaming Your Employees for Your Failures
Aug 11, 2025
Brandon Dawson, co-founder of Cardone Ventures, scaled his previous company, Audigy Group, to a $151 million exit with a 77X EBITDA multiple. He emphasizes that entrepreneurs should stop blaming employees for failures and take personal responsibility for growth. Dawson shares critical mindset shifts for new entrepreneurs, revealing strategies for effective scaling and the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people. He discusses the impact of personal relationships on business and the necessity of continuous learning and humility in achieving lasting success.
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Invest In Yourself First
- Invest first in yourself and the thing that generates revenue before chasing passive investments.
- When you gain access to capital, buy assets that compound without needing constant energy from you.
From College Dropout To Outside Sales
- Brandon dropped out of Portland State after discovering he preferred selling to classroom life.
- He moved to Atlanta and quickly transitioned into an outside sales role that launched his career.
Model Top Performers
- Study and mimic top performers in your organization to accelerate learning and results.
- When you see a repeatable model making money, commit to it instead of chasing new shiny ideas.
