Successful investors have a lot in common. They’re proactive, passionate people who thrive on risk, but they’re also disciplined and patient. They know how to listen and take advice, but they also know when to trust their instincts and take that leap of faith.
On this site, you’ll find profiles of famous investors and venture capitalists who share these qualities and more. Read their inspiring stories to learn how they found success.
Charley Moore – All You Need to Know about the Rocket Lawyer Founder
Charley Moore saw how difficult it was for most people to access the legal system during his time as a Silicon Valley attorney. He responded by founding Rocket Lawyer, a website that connects people and businesses with simple, affordable legal services. ...
Dr. Dre – The Profitable and Influential Career of the Hip-Hop Mogul
Dr. Dre became a seminal figure in hip-hop through his innovative production work. In addition to establishing record labels, he built a successful career as an entrepreneur, as evidenced by the success of his consumer audio products company Beats Electronics, the...
Reid Hoffman – What You Need to Know about the Influential Tech Leader
Reid Hoffman created one of the world’s first social networks, then leveraged that experience to launch the professional-networking site LinkedIn. Despite lacking a traditional business education, he has become an influential Silicon Valley figure, having had his hand...
Warren Buffett – An All-Time Great Investor and a Generous Philanthropist
Warren Buffett built on the business skills he displayed as a young man to become one of the most successful investors in history. His firm, Berkshire Hathaway, has pursued an investment strategy that, while often running contrary to market trends, has proven highly...