The world’s second richest person and one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world, Warren Buffett, has been a source of inspiration for entrepreneurs and venture capitalist everywhere. With a net worth of more than $90 billion, Warren Buffett is also known as the investment guru who still rides the same gold Cadillac to work every day, eats the same meal and takes every opportunity to offer his wisdom to others. The Oracle of Omaha, the Maestro of Wall Street and the Chairman and Founder of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett is a gentleman of ideas with a splendid personality. Here are a few life lessons from the greatest investment wizard of the century. It’s not enough to surround yourself with people working in the same industry or market. Surround yourself with those people who will help you become a better person and a great entrepreneur. While money can buy you almost everything, it can not buy people who will love your or good health. Build relationships and health, not just a bank balance. The only way to make sure you are growing and learning every day is by keeping up the practice of reading. There is no substitute for knowledge at the end of the day. Buffett is known for backing an idea and not the people behind the idea. He has also added that he would rather buy a wonderful company at a fair price than buy a fair company at a wonderful price. Market your company to get the best value for the best price possible. If you can provide a valuable product, customers will remain loyal to your company for a longer period of time. Learn from your mistakes. See what you did previously and how those decisions affected your business. Never repeat the same mistakes again and keep your rear view mirror clean at all times. Never lose sight of your dreams, Have complete faith in your ability to achieve your dreams despite what happens and work hard to achieve your goals. Once you have started your journey, nobody can stop you from reaching your destination. Everyone has role models that they look up to in life. However, having the right role models is much more important than just having someone to look up to or admire. You do not have to be the smartest entrepreneur or the smartest person in the room. You can run a successful company if you avoid simple mistakes and make the right decisions for yourself and your company at the right time. All it takes are a few right decisions. Save money where you can and keep a track of your expenses. Do not be in a hurry to buy things that are not essential and you can live without. Resist the urge to buy everything that is trending today. Warren Buffett is proof that everything is achievable in life as long as you are persistent, keep the right company and keep up your good work. Buffett has always shown fortitude in the face of adversity and believes in doing what is right regardless of the upheavals in the business world. In the end, he believes life is too short and therefore we should all spend our time and effort on work we love. Watch this motivational speech by the Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett.
