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In an interview, Max M. Dillard, Dallas-based founder of The Dillard-Anderson Group, talked about his career. Dillard lived in the best time, when contract drilling industry went through the most important changes. But at the same time, many innovations were coming along. Meanwhile, in switching from drilling contractor to investment banker, Dillard was ready to leave Drillers Inc, so he took a retirement package. He was encouraged to consider joining an investment banking firm but he told them he'd rather build his own, smaller investment bank and so they helped him start. Dillard loves project work. He'd plan the well, pick the bits, pick the mud, and in 45 days he'd know if he'd won or lost. However, he likes that about the banking business, too. You go in, meet new people, sell their company for them, and quickly see how well you did. Investment bankers help drillers understand what their company is worth.