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#576November 29, 202349:11

99 Years of Charlie Munger Wisdom in 44 Minutes

About This Episode

This episode pays tribute to the late Charlie Munger by distilling seven of his most impactful wisdom bits into practical business and life lessons. Hosts Sam Parr and Shaan Puri discuss philosophical frameworks such as inversion, deserving success, and the power of avoiding stupidity over seeking brilliance.

Episode Description

Episode 525: Shaan Puri (https://twitter.com/ShaanVP) and Sam Parr (https://twitter.com/theSamParr) pay tribute to Charlie Munger by telling stories about how his wisdom changed their lives and businesses.  No more small boy spreadsheets, build your business on the free HubSpot CRM: https://mfmpod.link/hrd

Show Notes

  • 0:00Intro
  • 2:00To get what you want, deserve what you want
  • 6:30I'm not entitled to an opinion unless...
  • 8:00Churchillian self-confidence
  • 12:30Avoiding stupidity is easier than seeking brilliance
  • 18:00Optimize for the truth
  • 23:00Invert, always invert
  • 35:30Learn all the big ideas in your space

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Key Takeaways

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Apply the principle of inversion to solve complex problems by identifying and avoiding the surefire paths to failure rather than only chasing success.

2

To achieve a specific goal like ranking #1 in SEO or finding a great partner, focus first on making yourself or your product objectively deserving of that outcome.

3

Prioritize the avoidance of 'unforced errors' and stupidity, as consistently avoiding major mistakes often leads to better long-term results than attempting high-risk brilliant maneuvers.

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