The Education of a Value Investor From Data Overload to Data Impact with Ritavan
Jul 25, 2025
Unlocking business value lies not in chasing fleeting tech trends but in purposeful data use. Ritavan discusses how outdated companies can avoid tech commoditization and strategically leverage data for significant returns. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on high-impact tasks and shares compelling real-world examples from giants like Walmart and Bajaj Finance. The conversation also delves into the emotional and creative journey of writing, alongside the power of storytelling to create meaningful connections in consulting.
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Napoleon's Impact on French Maths
- Napoleon laid the foundation for France's elite math schools due to his love of rigorous, first principles thinking.
- His analytical approach in battle influenced France’s tradition of mathematical excellence.
Write Books With Support Group
- Join Rob Fitzpatrick’s Useful Books community for support if writing your first non-fiction book.
- Regular calls and feedback from peers help overcome imposter syndrome and speed up writing.
Napoleon's Communication Test
- Napoleon would tell his orders to an old illiterate soldier first.
- If the soldier could explain the order clearly, then it was approved for communication.
