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7 Lessons Learned from Guy Spier’s ‘The Education of a Value Investor’
As a reader who loves books about value investing and life, “The Education of a Value Investor” by Guy Spier is a must-read. This book provides a unique perspective on how to navigate life and investing through the transformative quest for wealth, wisdom, and enlightenment. With its compelling lessons and thought-provoking insights, it’s no surprise that this book continues to be a favourite among investors and readers alike.
It’s definetely one of my favourite books on investing and life together with “Richer, Wiser, Happier” by William Green and “The Psychology of Money” by Morgan Housel
Lesson 1: Surround yourself with the right people.
Guy Spier emphasizes the importance of choosing the right environment and surrounding yourself with people who are better than you. This way, you can learn from them and become more like them. Spier suggests that the people you surround yourself with can have a significant impact on your life, and it’s important to choose wisely.
“We like to think we change our environment, but the truth is that it changes us. So, we have to be careful to choose the right environment — to work and socialize with the right people. Ideally, we should surround ourselves with people who are better than us so that we can become more…
