A former NFL player says Warren Buffett taught him 2 lessons about success that he still follows years later
Former NFL player Ndamukong Suh discusses how Warren Buffett's mentorship over the last 15 years shaped his approach to investing and business. Suh highlights lessons on patience and quality as key factors in his transition from professional athlete to successful investor.
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Warren Buffett has mentored Ndamukong Suh for over 15 years. Kent Sievers/The Omaha World-Herald Ndamukong Suh, mentored by Warren Buffett, became a savvy NFL investor over 15 years. Buffett's advice on patience and choosing quality people influenced Suh's investment success. Suh now shares wealth-building lessons on his podcast "No Free Lunch" with athletes and leaders. Ndamukong Suh wasn't taking any chances before his first meeting with Warren Buffett . While still a college student, the soon-to-be NFL star arrived at Buffett's office two to three hours early because he refused to risk being late, he said. The wait paid off, though. Suh said he and Buffett hit it off, talking for hours during that first meeting. Before it ended, Buffett agreed to Suh's request to become his mentor . That was more than 15 years ago.
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