At his last shareholder meeting, Warren Buffett challenged the belief popularized by Malcolm Gladwell that mastery requires 10,000 hours of practice. Instead, he urged listeners to identify and focus on their natural strengths and genuine interests for success. Buffett shared personal stories from his time at Columbia University, where his enthusiasm for learning attracted the attention and support of his professors. With his impressive net worth, his insights carry significant weight and merit reflection from both aspiring and seasoned investors.
I don't believe in that book that talked about spending 10,000 hours at something. I could spend 10,000 hours at tap dancing and you'd throw up if you watched me.
People [who] teach, in general, love having a young student who's actually really interested in the subject, and they'll spend extra time with you.
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