We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network TIP209: Billionaire Bill Gates' Lessons (Business Podcast)
Sep 23, 2018
Join Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and head of the Gates Foundation, as he shares insights from his extraordinary career. He discusses the role of luck in his success and how he maintains focus and motivation. Gates elaborates on his philanthropic efforts, revealing how much he gives away and why it matters. He predicts exciting tech developments in the next 15 years and addresses concerns about the decreasing number of publicly listed companies, pondering the political and consumer implications.
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Gates Credits Luck and Upbringing
- Bill Gates attributes much of his success to luck, including being born at the right time and meeting Paul Allen early.
- His parents' support and access to computers early on played a crucial role in his success.
Stay Motivated Through Curiosity
- Stay motivated by working on what you love and feeling a sense of progress in your activities.
- Maintain curiosity and surround yourself with knowledgeable friends who can help clarify complex topics.
Gates' Philanthropy Inspired by Poverty
- Bill Gates was shocked by the lack of attention to basic needs like health and agriculture among the poorest two billion people.
- He was inspired to donate billions to fight diseases like malaria after realizing this disparity.
