“Who you spend your time with is probably the single most important thing in life.” – Ed Thorpe
William Green shares valuable life and investment lessons he has gleaned from interviewing over 50 of the world’s greatest investors over the last 25 years.
He delves into the principles, character traits, and habits that have led these individuals to exceptional success, emphasizing the importance of simplicity, focus, and quality relationships.
Table of Contents
- The power of simplicity
- The art of subtraction
- Avoiding standard stupidities
- The importance of relationships
- Surviving to succeed
- Applying investment strategies to life
- The single-minded focus
- Avoiding speculative trends
- The pursuit of happiness
- The greatest investment
- The importance of character traits
- The power of reduction
The power of simplicity
One of the most crucial lessons from the world’s top investors is the importance of simplicity in both investing and life.
They advocate for a straightforward approach to investing and a clutter-free lifestyle that allows for better focus and informed decision-making.
The art of subtraction
The concept of subtraction, reducing complexity and simplifying schedules to focus on essential priorities, is a key principle followed by successful investors.
This approach allows for increased productivity and a more intentional lifestyle.
