Read time: 1 minute, 244 words. In 2007, Warren Buffett made a bold bet. He wagered $1 million that an S&P 500 index fund would outperform a portfolio of hedge funds over 10 years. A small hedge fund took the challenge. They believed their active strategies could beat the broader market. Buffett had confidence in his low-cost, passive approach. ππ½ Here's who won the betβ Hope it helps. -Kabir β Meet Ronald Read. Janitor, gas station attendant. He quietly amassed $8 million fortune via frugal living & stocks. β β‘οΈ Productivity βPodbooster - Automates the creation of all the marketing content you need by listening to your episode.β π° Passive βNeighbor - Rent out extra storage space. π Books βBeaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America by Leila Philip. Explores the historical significance of beavers in North America, delving into how they've shaped landscapes, economies, & cultures. β π΅ Music βNavidad! An Afro-Peruvian Jazz Christmas by Gabriel Alegria Afro-Peruvian Sextet. Infuses classic holiday music with Latin rhythms, bringing a refreshing & joyful twist to traditional tunes. Favorites: "White Christmas" & "The Little Drummer Boy." π AI Prompt β π₯£ Gravy βHow to shine as a panelistβ
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Read time: 1 minute, 320 words.The holidays can bring anxiety. It's a season of gatherings -- where sociability is celebrated. But for some of us, the idea of attending events & meeting folks is overwhelming. In a world that values outgoing personalities, it's OK to be introverted. Many acclaimed artists are shy. Elvis Presley was a loner. The Economist writes, "Shyness & creativity often go hand in hand." Being peculiar or reserved isn't a flaw. It's part of what makes us unique. So this...
Read time: 1 minute, 311 words.Ever noticed how some leaders don't use the products they create? Silicon Valley execs send their kids to schools that minimize screen time. Social media CEOs rely on large teams to manage their own accounts.I know Coca-Cola execs who don't drink Coke. Then there's Oprah Winfrey. Despite building an empire on television, she barely watches it herself. "I don't have energy coming into my sphere that I'm not consciously inviting in," she says. What kind of energy...
Read time: 1 minute, 235 words.5 formulas to ponder as you wrap your year: Happiness = Results - Expectations Creativity = Curiosity + Constraints Confidence = Experience / Doubts Fulfillment = Contribution + Growth Joy = Traditions x Togetherness -Kabir Seven Point Sunday - December 8πΌ Portfolio Career Meet Ron Finley. Fashion designer & guerilla gardener. Compelling TED talk. β‘οΈ Productivity Deepgram - Convert spoken words into text, making it easier to document ideas, conduct interviews. π°...