In this conversation with Farouk Jivraj, a seasoned portfolio manager at Fidelity Investments, listeners will discover the intricacies of alternative risk premia strategies. He outlines a practical 5-step approach for effectively implementing these strategies. Farouk emphasizes the significance of thoughtfully-constructed peer groups and the importance of adapting to market dynamics. The discussion also covers the role of technology in finance, the potential hazards of p-hacking in research, and how active management enhances portfolio performance.