Neil Woodford: My key lessons from 30 years managing money

Still on a steep learning curve

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In an extract from Intelligent Investors, a book by Lawrence Gosling celebrating 20 years of Investment Week, Neil Woodford talks about being held to account by his clients and why he is still on a steep learning curve 30 years into his career

Who has been an inspiration to you over the years? As an investment professional, the person who stands out as somebody that set a benchmark I wanted to emulate is Warren Buffett. His approach and ability to communicate clearly is an extremely good lesson for the entire industry - not just in terms of how he looks at investment and focuses on fundamentals and value, but also his openness in the way he communicates with investors is exemplary. He is somebody I have looked up to and admired. How early on in your career were you struck by him? I became more aware of him as a leading cha...

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