My Worst Investment Ever Podcast
Andrew Stotz
Welcome to My Worst Investment Ever podcast hosted by Your Worst Podcast Host, Andrew Stotz, where you will hear stories of loss to keep you winning. In our community, we know that to win in investing you must take the risk, but to win big, you’ve got to reduce it.
Your Worst Podcast Host, Andrew Stotz, Ph.D., CFA, is also the CEO of A. Stotz Investment Research and A. Stotz Academy, which helps people create, grow, measure, and protect their wealth.
To find more stories like this, previous episodes, and resources to help you reduce your risk, visit https://myworstinvestmentever.com/
Your Worst Podcast Host, Andrew Stotz, Ph.D., CFA, is also the CEO of A. Stotz Investment Research and A. Stotz Academy, which helps people create, grow, measure, and protect their wealth.
To find more stories like this, previous episodes, and resources to help you reduce your risk, visit https://myworstinvestmentever.com/
Episodes
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Oct 29, 2018 • 15min
Frank Moffatt – Stock Tips Can Work Until They Don’t
Frank Moffatt, a multi-talented individual, shares his worst investment experience of putting $50,000 in a thinly managed mining penny stock. He reflects on the painful slide from $50,000 down to $3,000, his exit strategy, and the lessons learned. The episode highlights the importance of financial education, avoiding common investment mistakes, and the significance of understanding the market before making investment decisions.
Oct 24, 2018 • 28min
Attila Koksal – Even Deep Investing Experience Cannot Overcome Government Policies
Attila Koksal, with over 35 years in finance, shares his worst investment story in the power generation industry due to government policy interference. Lessons learned include the importance of thorough research, understanding implications, and having exit strategies in investments.
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Oct 22, 2018 • 24min
Karl-Mikael Syding – Don’t Be Blind to the Idea That You Haven’t Got the Full Picture
Former hedge fund manager Karl-Mikael Syding shares how his fund lost over $100 million during the Greek debt crisis. He highlights the importance of neutrality in financial decisions and the lesson learned from facing losses. Syding emphasizes the value of reevaluating pursuits for true fulfillment and the significance of zero-based thinking in decision-making.
Oct 15, 2018 • 14min
Yoshimasa Satoh – Invest Time in Yourself to Get the Life You Want
Yoshimasa Satoh, APAC’s Product Strategist at eVestment, shares his worst investment story of not planning his future, but later found his passion in financial management. Emphasizes the importance of investing time in oneself to create a fulfilling career and life. Discusses transitioning careers, aligning strengths with interests, and leaving a positive impact by making wise decisions.
Oct 8, 2018 • 12min
Stuart Leckie – The Cost of Friendship: How your Friends Impact Your Investment Decision
Stuart Leckie, investment advisor, shares how he lost £500,000 investing in a product offered by a trusted friend without deep understanding. He emphasizes the importance of due diligence and not blindly following recommendations from friends. Leckie warns against ignoring red flags and stresses the value of transparent communication in investment decisions.
Oct 2, 2018 • 16min
Alan Lim Seong Chun – How Complacency Weakens Risk Awareness
Alan Lim Seong Chun, a Senior Research Analyst, shares how complacency led to his worst investment during a property boom. He reflects on overlooking warning signs, negative cash flow from a second property, and the pitfalls of overconfidence in real estate investments. The episode emphasizes the importance of financial tools like DCF, NPV, and IRR in making informed investment decisions.
Sep 25, 2018 • 17min
Michael Markels – Investing on a Hunch: Why an Exit Strategy is Important
Finance professional Michael Markels discusses his groundbreaking transactions and the importance of managing expectations in investments. He shares anecdotes on family life, a costly investment mistake during the financial crisis, and the risks of investing based on hunches. The podcast emphasizes the necessity of emotional control, clear exit strategies, and setting boundaries in investing to mitigate losses.
Sep 18, 2018 • 16min
Colin McLean – Risks in Value Investing: When to Cut Loss on a Declining Stock
Colin McLean, CEO of SVM Asset Management, discusses the challenges of value investing and when to cut losses on a declining stock. He shares insights on recognizing warning signs, importance of contrary views, and navigating emotional challenges in investing.
Sep 11, 2018 • 12min
Mike Matoney – Stop Investing in Relationships Just for Convenience
Mike Matoney, CEO of New Directions and Crossroads & Beacon Health, shares his story of investing in relationships for convenience, leading to shattered self-esteem. Learn about the impact of time investment in relationships, self-esteem, and the importance of seeking guidance for personal growth.
Sep 6, 2018 • 11min
Lasse-Peter Pestel – Avoid the Risks of Eurozone Bailout Fund
Lasse-Peter Pestel, an Investment Strategist at Deka Investment, discusses his costly mistake of investing in Greek bonds without understanding the associated risks during the euro crisis. He emphasizes the importance of thorough research and risk management in investments, highlighting the need to differentiate between political and economic rationality. The episode provides valuable lessons on the pitfalls of blindly following market sentiment and the significance of hedging risks in investment strategies.
