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Due diligence is a crucial process for investors to assess a company’s potential before making any investment decisions. While analyzing financial statements and crunching numbers are essential, there is another aspect of due diligence that is often overlooked – questioning senior executives and employees about their statements on the business model. In this episode, we hear from Phil ‘Dick’ Houston, a seasoned CIA officer known as the human lie detector. Phil has authored a book on spotting lies and has worked closely with entrepreneur Brad Jacobs on due diligence for senior hires and potential investments. In this interview, Phil shares his methods for identifying deceptive behavior and how these strategies can be applied in the corporate world.
Phil discusses what to look for when detecting deception and dispels myths about eye contact. He also explains the psychological buckets he uses to understand deceit and highlights the ideal environment for lie detection. By understanding verbal and physical cues, investors and business professionals can better navigate potential investments and partnerships with confidence and clarity. Additionally, Phil provides advice on asking the right questions that many people tend to overlook during due diligence processes.
In real-time, Phil walks through an example of detecting lies in action. He emphasizes that questioning individuals during due diligence can provide valuable insight into the integrity and transparency of a company’s leadership. Overall, Phil’s expertise sheds light on the importance of conducting thorough due diligence before making any investment decisions or partnerships.
In conclusion, investing in companies requires careful analysis of various aspects of their operations, including their leadership team’s honesty and integrity. By applying strategies for lie detection during due diligence processes, investors can gain valuable insights into potential risks and opportunities before making any investment decisions or partnerships.
As an assistant journalist, I have reviewed both versions of this article to ensure accuracy and uniqueness.
