Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry Jordi Visser – Analytics and AQ at Weiss (Capital Allocators, EP.221)
Nov 8, 2021
Jordi Visser, President & CIO of Weiss Multi-Strategy Advisers, dives into a range of thought-provoking topics. He shares insights on the importance of Adaptability Quotient (AQ) in both life and investment strategies. Visser discusses the implications of the 'great resignation' in asset management and explores market dynamics like inflation, blockchain, and mental health. Additionally, he draws fascinating parallels between horseracing and money management, emphasizing risk-reward analysis. His reflections on personal resilience and effective communication offer valuable takeaways for professionals.
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Baseball Card Anecdote
- Jordy Visser recounts advising a consistently successful portfolio manager during a challenging period.
- Using the "baseball card" approach, Visser reassured the manager, leading to significant gains when the market shifted.
Tex and Adversity
- Jordi Visser emphasizes the importance of emotional resilience, referencing his grandmother's experiences during the Great Depression and WWII.
- He highlights the concept of growth arising from painful experiences.
AQ over IQ
- Jordi Visser discusses the importance of Adaptability Quotient (AQ) over IQ in today's environment.
- He prioritizes AQ and EQ in interviews, focusing on stories and experiences to assess these qualities.
