"The first thing I heard when I got in the business - not from my mentor - was, 'Bulls make money, bears make money, and pigs get slaughtered.' I'm here to tell you I was a pig. And I strongly believe the only way to make long-term returns in our business that are superior is by being a pig."
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Stanley Druckenmiller, born on June 14, 1953, is an iconic American investor and hedge fund manager, celebrated for his remarkable track record and economic insights. A protégé of the legendary investor George Soros, Druckenmiller famously orchestrated the "Black Wednesday" short sale of the British pound in 1992, earning billions in just one day. His firm, Duquesne Capital, consistently delivered extraordinary returns, solidifying his legacy as one of the most influential figures in finance. Today, he is revered not just for his wealth, but for his profound understanding of macroeconomic trends and commitment to philanthropy.
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"Soros has taught me that when you have tremendous conviction on a trade, you have to go for the jugular. It takes courage to be a pig. It takes courage to ride a profit with huge leverage."
Stanley Druckenmiller
"If you're early on in your career and they give you a choice between a great mentor or higher pay, take the mentor every time. It's not even close. And don't even think about leaving that mentor until your learning curve peaks."
Stanley Druckenmiller