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FROM $0 TO $14 BILLION - THE SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO


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1. EARLY CURIOSITY & LEARNING MINDSET


SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO

Dalio made his first investment at age 12—buying stock with pocket money—and saw it triple in value ($300 investment on Northeast Airlines).

2. EMBRACE REALITY—AND DEAL WITH IT


SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO

A foundational principle: accept the truth as it is and confront weaknesses directly. This realism fosters better problem-solving and resilience

3. THE 5‑STEP PROCESS FOR SUCCESS


SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO

Dalio’s framework: 1. Set clear goals. 2 Identify problems blocking goals. 3. Diagnose root causes of problems 4. Design solutions. 5. Execute and persist. This cycle is iterative

4. RADICAL OPEN‑MIND & TRANSPARENCY


SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO

Cultivate a culture where everyone can challenge ideas, regardless of rank. At Bridgewater, this manifests as “idea meritocracy” & radical transparency, recording meetings & using tools for real-time

5. KNOW YOURSELF & LEVERAGE WIRING


SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO

Understanding your own tendencies and those of others—each person is “wired” differently. Matching roles to natural strengths boosts performance and alignment.

6. PAIN + REFLECTION = PROGRESS


SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO

Mistakes and setbacks are inevitable. The key is to thoughtfully reflect on them. Learning from failure is essential for both personal and organizational growth.

7. SYSTEMIZE DECISION‑MAKING


SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO

Dalio treats decisions like algorithms: document principles, rely on data, refine processes. This allows consistent, principled responses rather than emotional reactions.

8. BUILD MEANINGFUL WORK AND RELATIONSHIPS


SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO

Beyond business success, Dalio focuses on leading fulfilling lives and deep relationships. He advocates documenting personal principles to act with clarity and integrity

9. THE WAY WE SEE PEOPLE IN HIRING


SUCCESS PRINCIPLES THAT BUILT AN EMPIRE | RAY DALIO

3 ways to see people : Value, Ability, Skill. Eg. Value: Do you have character?. Ability: How u think?. Skill: Least important

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