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Time flies. A whole year has almost passed. In this blog post, I just wanted to go through some of the books I’ve read this year and reflect on what I’ve learned. Hopefully, this would also inspire you to think about the books you’ve read and those you may want to read in the new year.
Disclaimer: these are just my own interpretations of the books. Plus, my memory isn’t perfect. There could be errors or misinterpretations of the original content. I strongly suggest doing your own research for more details if you’re interested in diving deeper into a particular book.
All About Asset Allocation
Rebalance assets once a year to maximize profit. Long-term investment should be as mechanical as possible. ETFs are probably the best choice for investment beginners.
Range
When a problem is simple, such as winning a chess game, having a singular focus and practicing one skill over and over may be the key to success. However, when a problem is complex, having a range, meaning having a broad range of knowledge and skills, is better. Don’t be shortsighted and obsess too much about instant success. Dabble and try different things before honing in on a particular one. That’s the path to living a fulfilling life.
The Effective Executive
Don’t overestimate your time. Be brutally honest about the time you have for doing solid work. Do a time audit and protect your time.
Mindset
The in-depth discussion on the growth mindset versus the fixed mindset. The simply the belief that our skills and capabilities can grow enables…
