Investing by the Books

#34 Vishal Khandelwal: The Sketchbook of Wisdom

Oct 31, 2022
Vishal Khandelwal, author and former equity analyst, discusses his book 'The Sketchbook of Wisdom' and the lessons it offers. Topics covered include habits for shutting out noise, thoughts on re-reading books, and the philosophy of Ikigai. They also explore prerequisites for becoming a full-time investor, dealing with bear markets, and portfolio allocation. Additionally, they touch on Vishal's latest investing mistake and habits for shutting out noise.
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ANECDOTE

Holocaust Survivor's Resilience

  • Vishal shares the story of Arnold Vandenberg, a Holocaust survivor who chose kindness and honor over despair.
  • His resilience illustrates that how we react to hardship is more important than what happens to us.
ADVICE

Keep Chopping Wood and Carrying Water

  • Success is a milestone, not a destination, so keep doing the work after achieving it.
  • Like Buffett and Munger, keep learning and improving even after reaching your goals.
INSIGHT

Find Your Life's Desire

  • Identifying your true passion and desire is key to personal liberation and happiness.
  • Reasonable desires focus on growth, while unreasonable ones lead to unhappiness and stress.
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