Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy

David Senra - Passion & Pain - [Invest Like the Best, EP.292]

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Aug 30, 2022
David Senra, a passionate researcher of history's great entrepreneurs, delves into the invaluable lessons from renowned figures like Estée Lauder and Enzo Ferrari. He emphasizes how reading biographies shapes identity and inspires resilience. The conversation explores the delicate balance between ego and humility in leadership, and the necessity of embracing pain in the entrepreneurial journey. Senra also highlights the deep connection between a founder’s values and company culture, reminding us of the joy and storytelling that fuel successful businesses.
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ANECDOTE

Early Love of Reading

  • David Senra's mother encouraged his love of reading by taking him to bookstores.
  • Even with limited resources, she fostered his passion by letting him read anything he could find.
ANECDOTE

Ferrari's Drive

  • Enzo Ferrari's early life was marked by hardship, including the loss of his father and brother.
  • This fueled his obsessive 60-year work ethic, illustrated by his return to a bench where he once cried after job rejection.
INSIGHT

Finding Heroes

  • Negative examples in one's family can motivate a search for better role models and answers.
  • Books and biographies offer mentorship from successful individuals, providing valuable life lessons.
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