Warren Buffett: In His Own Words (In Their Own Words series)

**A collection of hundreds of thoughtful and inspiring quotations from "the folksy god of American capitalism" (__Vanity Fair__).** For more than half a century, Warren Buffett, the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has been one of the world's most respected businessmen, not just because of his savvy investments and unmatched record of returns, but also because of his humility, candor, and refreshing perspective on wealth. Despite this tremendous success, the Oracle of Omaha doesn't feel entitled to the $89 billion net worth his abilities have earned him. Instead, he likes to say that he was born at the right place and time, and as an active philanthropist, he has already pledged to give most of his money to charity. This modesty in the face of proven talent is part of what makes Buffett as popular on Main Street as he is on Wall Street--he is one of the world's wealthiest men and yet he is still personable and relatable. A comprehensive guidebook to the inner workings of this business icon, __Warren Buffett: In His Own Words__ provides insight into his thoughts on investing, Wall Street, business, politics, taxes, life lessons, and more. This collection of quotations draws from decades of interviews, editorials, and annual shareholder reports, amassing a comprehensive outline of how Buffett believes a good business is run and a good life is led. It's advice that Buffett has successfully adhered to throughout his 88 years, and it's now available in __Warren Buffett: In His Own Words__. From His Office In Omaha, Nebraska, Without Even The Benefit Of A Computer, Warren Buffett Has Racked Up An Investment Record That Far Surpasses His Counterparts On Wall Street--or Anyone Else In The World, For That Matter. While Traditionally Stock Exchanges Have Returned About 11 Percent Annually In The Past Half Century, Buffett's Investments Have By Nearly 29 Percent A Year, Solidifying Buffett's Conglomerate Holding Company, Berkshire Hathaway, As The Eighth-largest Business In The World And Netting Him $44 Billion Along The Way. Despite This Tremendous Success, The Oracle Of Omaha Remains Modest. He Acknowledges That He Has A Unique Ability To Evaluate Businesses, But He Doesn't Feel Entitled To The Vast Wealth That Ability Has Earned Him. Instead, He Likes To Say That He Was Born At The Right Place And Time. This Humility In The Face Of Proven Talent And Innumerable Wealth Is Part Of What Makes Buffett Universally Popular--he Is One Of The World's Wealthiest Men And Yet He Is Still Personable And Relatable. For The First Time, The Most Thought-provoking And Inspiring Quotes From Buffett Are Now Compiled In A Single Book. The Oracle Speaks: Warren Buffett In His Own Words Is A Comprehensive Guidebook To The Inner Workings Of The Berkshire Hathaway Chairman. Hundreds Of Buffett's Best Quotes, Comprising Thoughts On Investing, Wall Street, Business, Politics, Taxes, And Life Lessons, Will Provide The Most Intimate And Direct Look Into The Mind Of A Modern Business Icon And Give Readers Enough Counsel To Last A Lifetime. Media Outlets, Financial Advisers, Politicians, And Americans From Main Street To Wall Street Hang On Every Word Buffett Speaks, Hoping To Gain Valuable Insight Into Buffett's Investments And Successes. There Is Possibly No Greater Stamp Of Approval In The Business World Than To Have Buffett Invest In A Company, And Few Leaders In The Course Of History Have Commanded Such Universally Agreed-upon Respect. Even Beyond His Business Savvy, Buffett Is Influential As A Progressive Thinker And Active Philanthropist, Having Pledged To Give Most Of His Money To Charity Through The Bill And Melinda Gates Foundation As Well As Foundations Run By His Three Children. It Is This Humility That Consistently Draws People To Buffett, And Will Draw People To The Oracle Speaks. Most Recently, Inspired By Buffett's New York Times Editorial In Which He Claimed He Paid Too Little In Taxes, President Barack Obama And Congress Have Named A Series Of Tax Reforms After Buffett. While The Political Implications Have Been Controversial, Buffett Has Retained His Reputation As An Outspoken And Successful Business Leader. The Oracle Speaks Draws From Decades Of Interviews, Editorials, And Annual Shareholder Reports, Amassing The Most Complete Outline Of How Buffett Believes A Good Business Is Run And A Good Life Is Led. It's Advice That Buffett Has Successfully Adhered To Throughout His 80-plus Years, And It Is Advice Now Available In The Succinct, Poignant, Gift-friendly Package Of The Oracle Speaks--,A Collection Of Direct Quotes From Warren Buffett On Topics Related To Business, Investing, Leadership, And Life From His Own Speeches, Interviews, And Writings--provided By Publisher--

A collection of hundreds of thoughtful and inspiring quotations from "the folksy god of American capitalism" ( Vanity Fair ). For more than half a century, Warren Buffett, the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has been one of the world's most respected businessmen, not just because of his savvy investments and unmatched record of returns, but also because of his humility, candor, and refreshing perspective on wealth. Despite this tremendous success, the Oracle of Omaha doesn't feel entitled to the $89 billion net worth his abilities have earned him. Instead, he likes to say that he was born at the right place and time, and as an active philanthropist, he has already pledged to give most of his money to charity. This modesty in the face of proven talent is part of what makes Buffett as popular on Main Street as he is on Wall Street—he is one of the world's wealthiest men and yet he is still personable and relatable. A comprehensive guidebook to the inner workings of this business icon, Warren Buffett: In His Own Words provides insight into his thoughts on investing, Wall Street, business, politics, taxes, life lessons, and more. This collection of quotations draws from decades of interviews, editorials, and annual shareholder reports, amassing a comprehensive outline of how Buffett believes a good business is run and a good life is led. It's advice that Buffett has successfully adhered to throughout his 88 years, and it's now available in Warren Buffett: In His Own Words.

A collection of hundreds of thoughtful and inspiring quotations from "the folksy god of American capitalism" ( Vanity Fair ). For more than half a century, Warren Buffett, the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has been one of the world's most respected businessmen, not just because of his savvy investments and unmatched record of returns, but also because of his humility, candor, and refreshing perspective on wealth. Despite this tremendous success, the Oracle of Omaha doesn't feel entitled to the $89 billion net worth his abilities have earned him. Instead, he likes to say that he was born at the right place and time, and as an active philanthropist, he has already pledged to give most of his money to charity. This modesty in the face of proven talent is part of what makes Buffett as popular on Main Street as he is on Wall Street--he is one of the world's wealthiest men and yet he is still personable and relatable. A comprehensive guidebook to the inner workings of this business icon, Warren Buffett: In His Own Words provides insight into his thoughts on investing, Wall Street, business, politics, taxes, life lessons, and more. This collection of quotations draws from decades of interviews, editorials, and annual shareholder reports, amassing a comprehensive outline of how Buffett believes a good business is run and a good life is led. It's advice that Buffett has successfully adhered to throughout his 88 years, and it's now available in Warren Buffett: In His Own Words . For more than half a century, Warren Buffett, the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has been one of the worlds most respected businessmen, not just because of his savvy investments and unmatched record of returns, but also because of his humility, candor, and refreshing perspective on wealth. Despite this tremendous success, the Oracle of Omaha doesnt feel entitled to the $89 billion net worth his abilities have earned him. Instead, he likes to say that he was born at the right place and time, and as an active philanthropist, he has already pledged to give most of his money to charity. This modesty in the face of proven talent is part of what makes Buffett as popular on Main Street as he is on Wall Streethe is one of the worlds wealthiest men and yet he is still personable and relatable. Now, hundreds of the most thought-provoking and inspiring quotes from Buffett are compiled in a single book. Warren In His Own Words is a comprehensive guidebook to the inner workings of this business icon, providing insight into his thoughts on investing, Wall Street, business, politics, taxes, life lessons, and more. This collection of quotations draws from decades of interviews, editorials, and annual shareholder reports, amassing a comprehensive outline of how Buffett believes a good business is run and a good life is led. Its advice that Buffett has successfully adhered to throughout his 88 years, and its now available in Warren In His Own Words . "Get inside the head of Berkshire Hathaway chairman and CEO Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors of our time and "the repository of all that is honest and wise in finance" (Time). This collection of quotes has been carefully curated from his numerous public statements, including speeches, interviews, editorials, shareholder letters, and more. The result is a comprehensive portrait of the man whose plainspoken wisdom offers not only guidance and inspiration but also humor, humility, and a refreshing perspective on what it means to live a worthwhile life"--Back cover ""A collection of direct quotes from Warren Buffett on topics related to business, investing, leadership, and life from his own speeches, interviews, and writings"--Provided by publisher"-- Provided by publisher An updated, redesigned collection of hundreds of quotes from Berkshire Hathaway chairman and CEO Warren Buffett on business, politics, taxes, life, and more. Part of the In Their Own Words series.