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TIP330: Warren Buffett - w/ Lawrence Cunningham

Jan 3, 2021

In this engaging discussion, Lawrence Cunningham, an author and Professor of Law at George Washington University, delves into the unique traits that set Warren Buffett apart from average investors. He shares insights on identifying quality investments and distinguishing effective management. The conversation also touches on the future of Berkshire Hathaway post-Buffett and explores whether it is currently undervalued. Additionally, Cunningham discusses common investing mistakes, emphasizing the importance of business choice over simply overpaying for great companies.

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Lawrence Cunningham

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Episode notes

Intro

5min

The Dual Strengths of Buffett: IQ and EQ

18min

Leadership and Corporate Culture in Value-Driven Companies

7min

Capital Allocation and Corporate Governance

28min

Ethics and Reputation in Leadership: A Case Study

4min

Berkshire Hathaway's Unique Conglomerate Model

18min

Berkshire Hathaway's Insurance Resilience

10min

In today’s episode, we sit down with author and George Washington University Professor of Law, Lawrence Cunningham. Most known for his wildly successful publication of Warren Buffett’s Essays, Lawrence is the most prolific researcher and author of Buffett and Berkshire, having written over two dozen books on the topic.

This was a very fun and wide-ranging discussion, so sit back and enjoy our discussion with Lawrence Cunningham.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:

What separates Warren Buffett from the average investor
How to identify a quality investment
How to distinguish good management from bad
What may happen to Berkshire beyond Buffett
Is Berkshire currently undervalued?
Are investing mistakes come from picking the wrong business than paying too much for a great business?

BOOKS AND RESOURCES

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Lawrence Cunningham’s signature book: The Essays of Warren Buffett
Lawrence Cunningham’s book on Quality Investing: Quality Investing
Lawrence Cunningham’s book on Quality Shareholders: Quality Shareholders
Lawrence Cunningham’s book on Berkshires operating structure and corporate culture: Margin of Trust
#1 book on philosophy that addresses the definition of “Quality”: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
David Sokol (Warren Buffett’s protege) book: Pleased but not Satisfied
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