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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of "Two Quants and a Financial Planner," we break down some of Warren Buffett's most important investing lessons and life wisdom through a series of interview clips and annual meeting footage. We start by discussing whether Buffett truly deserves the "GOAT" (Greatest of All Time) title in investing, drawing some interesting parallels to NFL running backs like Barry Sanders and comparing different investing legends' careers.
We analyze Buffett's key principles including:
His famous "circle of competence" concept and how it both helped and potentially limited him
The evolution of his investing strategy from "cigar butt" value investing to quality businesses
His views on margin of safety and how it varies based on business quality
Why he believes his biggest mistakes were errors of omission rather than commission
His advice about investing in yourself as your greatest asset
The importance of having the right heroes while recognizing their imperfections
What he would do if starting with $1 million today
Why he advocates index investing for most people
Throughout the discussion, we weave in our own perspectives and experiences, some NFL analogies (including some self-deprecating Jets fan moments), and even manage to work in references to Charles Bukowski poetry and Star Wars. We aim to make these timeless investing lessons both educational and entertaining.
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We analyze Buffett's key principles including:
His famous "circle of competence" concept and how it both helped and potentially limited him
The evolution of his investing strategy from "cigar butt" value investing to quality businesses
His views on margin of safety and how it varies based on business quality
Why he believes his biggest mistakes were errors of omission rather than commission
His advice about investing in yourself as your greatest asset
The importance of having the right heroes while recognizing their imperfections
What he would do if starting with $1 million today
Why he advocates index investing for most people
Throughout the discussion, we weave in our own perspectives and experiences, some NFL analogies (including some self-deprecating Jets fan moments), and even manage to work in references to Charles Bukowski poetry and Star Wars. We aim to make these timeless investing lessons both educational and entertaining.
SEE LATEST EPISODES
https://excessreturnspod.com
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT VALIDEA CAPITAL
https://www.valideacapital.com
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT SUNPOINTE INVESTMENTS
https://sunpointeinvestments.com/
FOLLOW JACK
Twitter: https://twitter.com/practicalquant
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-forehand-8015094
FOLLOW JUSTIN
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jjcarbonneau
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcarbonneau
FOLLOW MATT
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cultishcreative
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-zeigler-a58a0a60/
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