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Warren Buffett

The Greatest Investor of All Time

Warren Buffett was born in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1930. From a young age, he showed a strong interest in business and numbers. He delivered newspapers, sold small items for profit, and always saved his money. These early habits helped him understand the value of hard work and smart choices.

At just 11 years old, Warren bought his first stock. He watched how its price changed and learned that good investments take time to grow. Later, he studied business at the University of Nebraska and Columbia University. There, he met his mentor, Benjamin Graham, who taught him the idea of value investing — finding strong companies that were worth more than their price.

Warren used this strategy throughout his life. He stayed patient, studied companies carefully, and avoided risky trends. In the 1960s, he bought a small company called Berkshire Hathaway and slowly built it into one of the most successful businesses in the world. He invested in trusted companies like Coca-Cola, Apple, and American Express because he believed in their long-term potential.

Warren Buffett’s success came from his patience, discipline, and ability to think for himself. Even with great wealth, he continues to live simply and values honesty and learning over luxury. He believes that true success means not just making money, but also helping others — which is why he has pledged to give most of his fortune to charity.

What We Can Learn

* Success takes patience and smart decisions.
* Learn from mentors and never stop improving.
* Think for the long term, not just quick rewards.
* Stay humble and use success to help others.