Unhedged Introducing 'Business History': Young Warren Buffett
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Jan 16, 2026 Discover the journey of young Warren Buffett from obscurity to wealth. Uncover how his humble habits and keen investment strategies made him a folk hero. Hear about his early obsessions, entrepreneurial endeavors, and the influence of mentor Benjamin Graham. Learn about Buffett's unique strategies, like the cigar-butt approach, and how he transformed Berkshire Hathaway. This fascinating exploration reveals how Buffett's early advantages evolved—and why his edge has diminished in the modern investment landscape.
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Obsessive Childhood Research Habits
- Young Warren Buffett collected bottle caps, recorded license plates and even stole golf clubs as a kid, showing obsessive curiosity and mischievousness.
- Those early habits turned into relentless data-gathering that fueled his investment research and edge.
Stocks Are Ownership, Not Tickers
- Benjamin Graham taught Buffett to view stocks as ownership in real companies rather than speculative ticks.
- That shift led Buffett to seek durable businesses bought at bargain prices like shoppers seek sales.
The Geico Weekend Visit
- A 20-year-old Buffett traveled to Geico, convinced a vice president to talk for four hours, and began buying the stock before class.
- That weekend research revealed Geico's low-cost customer niche and valuable insurance float.
