If you are honest, hardworking, reasonably intelligent and have good common sense, you can do well in the investment field as long as you are not too greedy and don't get too emotional when things go against you.
My first job at Graham-Newman was to prepare the annual report for that 10th year.
When I buy a stock, I have kind of an idea where I want to sell it.
Buy stocks where the outlook is not good.
Don't be afraid to be a loner but be sure that you are correct in your judgement.
Try to buy assets at a discount than to buy earnings.