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Category: Philosophy
Seth Godin on Dealing with the Future
As we launch full-speed into 2014, we are all bombarded with predictions about the future. Again. And again. Our fans know we’re not big on predictions—particularly any related to the economy and the stock market—because we know that we’re better off focusing our energy on a well thought-out plan, sticking to it, and taking the long view.
To borrow from one of our favorite authors and speakers, Seth Godin, you might describe our approach to investing as “resilient.” Read his post for yourself and see if you concur. Remain resilient!
Many Happy Returns
It’s that time of the year when the talking heads of television and the prognosticators of print issue their sage outlooks for the coming 12 months. While this crystal ball gazing is always entertaining, it becomes even more so a year later. Check out this short piece from Jim Parker of DFA Australia.
Fortune Magazine on Gene Fama
Fortune Magazine asks: “What can you learn from Mr. Efficient Markets now?”
We are thrilled that Gene Fama was awarded the 2013 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences. Professor Fama’s work remains a foundation of our approach, and his groundbreaking work inspired the founding of Dimensional Fund Advisors, one of our strategic partners. Professor Fama currently serves as a director and consultant for DFA.
This article’s outstanding profile of Gene’s background, hobbies and life’s work is well worth your time.