How did a middle-class kid go from watching superhero cartoons to scaling the heights of Wall Street? Cliff Asness, the quantitative virtuoso behind AQR, pulls back the curtain on his journey from comic book fan to financier.
In this episode of the FinServ Podcast, Dr. David and Cliff take us along on their journeys through underachieving adolescence and how tough lessons fostered discipline, resolve and ambition. From academic dilemmas and professional pivots, Dr. David and Cliff highlight the profound impact of mentors, chance, and the decisions we make in the heat of the moment. Whether it's choosing a career path under parental expectations or embracing complex subjects that once seemed insurmountable, this episode is a testament to the unpredictable yet rewarding journey towards career satisfaction.
Embracing the 'tight aggressive' poker strategy, we discuss the importance of conviction coupled with humility, two qualities essential for navigating the twists and turns of both a high-stakes game and the unpredictability of the markets. From the fear of failure to the truth about backtesting, this episode offers hard-earned advice for anyone looking to play their cards right in life and investments.
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