In this episode of Summed, we deliver a complete Richer, Wiser, Happier summary—William Green’s guide to the mindsets, principles, and daily habits shared by great investors. You’ll learn why patience, simplicity, and temperament beat complexity; how to build a life that supports good decisions; and practical ways to copy what works—from long holding periods and circle-of-competence focus to reducing noise, fees, and forced errors. Perfect for beginners and busy listeners who want a behavior-first playbook for compounding both money and wisdom.

About the author

William Green is a financial journalist and author who has profiled many of the world’s most successful investors; his work distills their shared principles into practical rules you can apply today.

Key takeaways

• Character compounds: humility, patience, and restraint drive outcomes.
• Simplify: concentrate on what you understand; avoid unnecessary complexity.
• Long game: hold great businesses for years; minimize churn and taxes.
• Avoid unforced errors: cut noise, lower fees, and ignore short-term forecasts.
• Design your environment: routines, checklists, and relationships that support rational choices.

This week’s playbook

1. Noise diet: choose a weekly “no-market-news” window; replace with one investor essay or memo.
2. Circle of competence audit: list 3 industries you truly understand; confine “serious” bets there.
3. Hold-long rule: set a minimum intended holding period (e.g., 3–5 years) for core positions and document why.
4. Fee sweep: move one holding to a lower-cost index/ETF alternative if possible.

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