I would always advise young people to follow their star - not my star. They have to live their own life. If they decide they want to go into the investment business, do it, but make it a better business than it is today.
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Rely on the ordinary virtues that intelligent, balanced human beings have relied on for centuries: common sense, thrift, realistic expectations, patience, and perseverance.
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The quote emphasizes the importance of fundamental virtues like common sense and perseverance in achieving success.
John C. Bogle highlights that throughout history, intelligent and balanced individuals have depended on essential virtues such as common sense, thriftiness, realistic expectations, patience, and perseverance. These timeless qualities are foundational for personal and financial success, reminding us to cultivate and rely on them in our lives.
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VirtuesCommon SenseThriftPatiencePerseverance
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During a workshop on personal finance, one could quote this to illustrate the importance of practical virtues.
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