The Worldly Wisdom of Charlie Munger: My Upcoming Book on the Timeless Principles from the Sage, to Win at Investing and in Life
A book that will be as relevant 100 years from now as it is today.
– Morgan Housel (Author, The Psychology of Money)
Uncover the mindset and strategies that made Charlie an icon, as Vishal breaks down the essential lessons for your own journey to success in attaining wisdom, building wealth, and living a good life.
– Manish Chokhani (Director, Enam Holdings)
Vishal does a wonderful job summarizing 99 years of Munger’s wisdom down to an anthology of principles.
– Ian J. Cassel (Founder, MicroCapClub)
[Releasing Early-2024]
Why Charlie Munger?
Charlie Munger’s a name might not instantly resonate with the masses like his partner Warren Buffett’s, but his influence has reverberated throughout the worlds of finance, investing, and decision making for decades. Often referred to as the “Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chairman” or “Warren Buffett’s right-hand man,” Charlie’s significance lies not in the sheer size of his fortune but in the depth of his wisdom, rationality, and success.
In a world where celebrity status often overshadows substance, Charlie stands as a testament to the enduring power of intellect, character, and a commitment to lifelong learning. His significance can also be found in his ability to distill complex ideas into simple, actionable principles. His speeches and writings are replete with insightful aphorisms that encapsulate profound truths. Phrases like “invert, always invert” and “the latticework of mental models” serve as mental compasses for those navigating the sea of uncertainty in investing and life.
While Charlie’s life and career are undoubtedly fascinating, my intent with this book goes deeper — to delve into the essence of his wisdom, his unique perspective on the world, and the principles that have underpinned his unparalleled success.
My idea is to distill the wisdom of this remarkable individual, presenting it in a format that is accessible to readers from all backgrounds and walks of life. In doing so, I hope to empower readers with insights and principles that they can apply to their own lives, endeavors, and decision-making processes.
It is both my honor and privilege to make an effort to write this book on the life and investing lessons I have had the extraordinary fortune to learn from a truly wise individual. The wisdom and insights I’ve gathered from Charlie have been nothing short of transformative, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to share them with you.
Early Praise for The Worldly Wisdom of Charlie Munger
Uncover the mindset and strategies that made Charlie an icon, as Vishal breaks down the essential lessons for your own journey to success in attaining wisdom, building wealth, and living a good life.
Manish Chokhani
Director, Enam HoldingsVishal does a wonderful job summarizing 99 years of Munger’s wisdom down to an anthology of principles.
Ian J. Cassel
Founder, MicroCapClubVishal has a way of making most subjects accessible to the lay audience, especially younger readers. I am happy that he has worked on making the wisdom of Charlie accessible to all of us.
Rajeev Thakkar
CIO, PPFAS Mutual Fund
About Vishal
Hi, my name is Vishal Khandelwal. I run an investor education initiative at Safal Niveshak, which is read by 90,000+ people worldwide, and has been ranked among the best value investing sites in the world. I also host two popular podcasts titled The One Percent Show and The Inner Game, which are open-ended explorations into the minds of the wisest people around to help us learn to think, invest, and live each day a little better.
I am also the author of The Sketchbook of Wisdom, a hand-crafted manual on the pursuit of wealth and good life.
It is both my honor and privilege to make an effort to write this book on the life and investing lessons I have had the extraordinary fortune to learn from Charlie Munger. The wisdom and insights I’ve gathered from him have been nothing short of transformative, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to share them with you.