The Deceptive Nature of Success and Complacency

This chapter explores how success can create a false sense of security, illustrated by stories of accomplished individuals and companies. It highlights the dangers of complacency and stresses the need for ongoing adaptability and humility to sustain long-term achievement.

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In today’s episode, Trey Lockerbie sits down with Morgan Housel, who is a partner at Venture Capital and PE firm Collaborative Fund. He’s a former columnist at The Motley Fool and Wall Street Journal, and also the author of the international best-selling book, The Psychology of Money.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:

How time is the biggest factor in Warren Buffett’s success
How Ben Graham wouldn’t read his own book today
How success is a lousy teacher
How Risk and Luck go hand in hand
And how to win in investing requires playing a different game than everyone else

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The Psychology of Money Book.
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