It’s the age-old question in the investment world. Truth to tell, no
one has a really good answer. There is no true science to investing, and
certainly not for Private Equity/VC
investments. The ugly truth is that most professional investors aren’t
very good at it; That’s one of the reasons so few of them outperform
major indexes over any reasonable period of time. VCs, on average, are
even worse. Most of their investments are dogs, and few ring up truly
superior returns.
Well after 30 years in the money business, dealing with some of the most sophisticated and savvy super investors in the world, here are my 10 tips which I hope will broaden your minds further.
1. Correct conceptual understanding of investing.
There are plenty of investment theories around. Some are valid, others are nonsense. Your ability to choose a solid investment philosophy is critical. Whatever theory you choose, make sure you understand it inside out. As Warren Buffett keeps saying ” Never invest in a business you can’t understand”. So the first step of being an exceptional investor is to know your stuff like a “master”
For More: WHAT MAKES AN EXCEPTIONAL INVESTOR
Thank You,
Well after 30 years in the money business, dealing with some of the most sophisticated and savvy super investors in the world, here are my 10 tips which I hope will broaden your minds further.
1. Correct conceptual understanding of investing.
There are plenty of investment theories around. Some are valid, others are nonsense. Your ability to choose a solid investment philosophy is critical. Whatever theory you choose, make sure you understand it inside out. As Warren Buffett keeps saying ” Never invest in a business you can’t understand”. So the first step of being an exceptional investor is to know your stuff like a “master”
For More: WHAT MAKES AN EXCEPTIONAL INVESTOR
Thank You,
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