Chai with Pabrai Mohnish Pabrai's Q&A session with Dakshana scholars at the JNV Kottayam on December 21, 2023
Apr 23, 2024
Mohnish Pabrai engages with Dakshana scholars, sharing insights on parental support and its impact on success. He discusses the Dakshana model and the importance of determination in overcoming challenges. The concept of the 'Rule of 72' adds financial wisdom to the mix. Pabrai emphasizes the value of giving back and the need to maintain a strong inner scorecard versus an outer one. His personal journey from education to entrepreneurship inspires the audience, while practical challenges of the Dakshana initiative highlight the path ahead.
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Ashok Kumar's JEE Success Story
- T. Ashok Kumar achieved rank 63 in the JEE with minimal resources and tough conditions.
- He used intense mental focus during physical activities to solve difficult problems.
Rule of 72 and Wealth Doubling
- The Rule of 72 helps estimate when investments double based on interest rates.
- Compounding growth can massively increase wealth over 30 years, but Pabrai plans to give away all assets before he dies.
Challenges Starting Dakshana Program
- Pabrai's early effort to replicate Anand Kumar’s Super 30 failed due to no brand recognition and bad faculty.
- Persistence and learning from failures led to the successful Dakshana model today.