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#58 John Bogle: Enough: True Measures of Money, Business, and Life

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Feb 4, 2019
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ANECDOTE

Vonnegut's Influence

  • Kurt Vonnegut's poem about "enough" inspired John Bogle's commencement address and book.
  • It emphasizes contentment over chasing wealth, highlighting Heller's satisfaction.
ANECDOTE

Family Legacy of Reform

  • John Bogle, like his great-grandfather, was a crusader for reform in the financial industry.
  • His great-grandfather criticized the insurance industry's practices, foreshadowing Bogle's own critiques.
ADVICE

Early Work Ethic

  • Working early in life teaches valuable lessons about responsibility and resourcefulness.
  • Embrace hard work and view it as a positive influence on personal development.
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