This excerpt from Guy Spier's The Education of a Value Investor recounts his professional journey, beginning with an early, misguided foray into investment banking at the ethically dubious D.H. Blair. He details his transformative experiences, including a life-altering lunch with Warren Buffett, which spurred a profound shift in his approach to investing and life. Spier reflects on his flawed education and how he actively sought to re-educate himself by adopting new mentors and developing strategies to mitigate cognitive biases. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating a supportive environment, and discusses the value of self-awareness and building a strong personal framework for decision-making. The book ultimately presents a compelling narrative of self-improvement and the pursuit of both financial and personal success through value investing principles.