Mislaibeled Gabe Plotkin: Mastering Wall Street, The GameStop Saga, & the Road to Owning the Charlotte Hornets
Jan 7, 2025
Join Gabe Plotkin, a visionary investor and owner of the Charlotte Hornets, as he shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to NBA ownership. He discusses the resilience required during the GameStop saga and offers insights on effective investing and capital raising strategies. Gabe reflects on key leadership lessons, the evolving landscape of basketball, and the importance of integrity in business. He also shares personal aspirations, including plans for a kosher steakhouse and philanthropic efforts supporting Israeli soldiers.
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Gabe's Relentless Work Ethic
- Gabe Plotkin worked relentlessly from early morning to night every Sunday for 15 years to prepare for markets.
- He sacrificed social life and rest to maintain his productivity and edge in investing.
Be Emotionless in Investing
- Make investment decisions without emotion, focusing on forward-looking value.
- Always reassess investments and move capital to better opportunities quickly when necessary.
Leadership Through Respect and Transparency
- Build a team and company culture based on respect, fun, and clear expectations.
- Communicate transparently and treat others as you want to be treated to retain talent.
