Imagine having the opportunity to invest in a friend and receive 10% of their income for life. Buffett posed this scenario to students, urging them to consider which traits make a person a worthwhile investment. However, this exercise extends far beyond financial gain. It prompts us to reflect on the various currencies that shape our …
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Paul Graham’s essay “Cities and Ambition” is a treasure trove of insights on how the places we live in can profoundly shape our goals, ambitions, and, ultimately, our life’s trajectory. You might wonder what a piece about cities has to do with your ambitions, but you’ll soon discover that Graham’s wisdom goes far beyond geography. …
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In today’s fast-paced world, where time slips through our fingers like grains of sand, the wisdom of Paul Graham’s essay, “Life is Short,” resonates more profoundly than ever. Graham’s essay prompts us to rethink how we use our most precious resource: time. While his essay doesn’t explicitly focus on personal finance, the lessons it imparts …
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