Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry REPLAY - Ted Seides - It’s Not About the Money (EP.45)
Apr 8, 2019
In this engaging conversation, Khe Hy, a former hedge fund of funds professional and host of Rad Awakenings, explores the intersection of finance and personal growth. He chats with Ted Seides about his unique career path, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and continuous learning in the investment world. They delve into wealth's impact on fulfillment, the balance of intrinsic versus extrinsic motivations, and the role of community in overcoming challenges. Their insights challenge conventional views on success in finance, promoting a deeper human connection.
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First Job at Yale
- Ted Seides's first job out of college was at the Yale Endowment, working with David Swensen.
- Despite limited stock market knowledge, genuine interest and a summer job demonstrating that interest secured him the position.
Fund-of-Funds Role
- The fund-of-funds role combines intellectual curiosity in investing with evaluating people.
- It provides unique insight into both investor skill and the markets.
Picking Managers vs. Stocks
- Picking managers, rather than stocks, creates a humbling experience.
- One is removed from direct action, observing the best while questioning their own potential.