Yesterday Lisa and I played hooky from the law firm and caught the late afternoon showing of “The Big Short”. The movie is about the 2008 financial crisis through the eyes and stories of four unorthodox investors regarding the fraudulent mortgage-lending practices of large Wall Street banks.
I left the movie with a renewed appreciation of something my dad taught me long ago. That is, when an expert tells you to jump, don’t ask “how high?” Instead respond with the question “why?” and then always do your own due diligence.
During this morning’s Periscope, I share my thoughts about listening to and interacting with experts, influencers and even lawyers…
