#143 Andrew Wilkinson: Building an Empire

<div> <p>My guest is businessman and investor Andrew Wilkinson, who has made a successful career out of channeling his entrepreneurial spirit, but he knows that sometimes that energy can be a double-edged sword.</p> <p>We discuss the lessons learned acquiring 40 companies, why he struggled to find happiness and what changed, mimetic desire, competing with venture-backed companies, hiring and firing CEOs, getting back up after million dollar mistakes, and so much more.</p> </div> <div><strong><br /> --</strong></div> <div> <p><strong>Want even more?</strong> Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: <a href= "https://fs.blog/membership/">https://fs.blog/membership/</a></p> <p>Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: <a href= "https://fs.blog/newsletter/">https://fs.blog/newsletter/</a></p> <p>Follow Shane on Twitter at: <a href= "https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish">https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish</a></p> </div>