Early Investment in Facebook
Li's foundation bought a small stake in Facebook for $120 million long before its massive global dominance.
LessonEarly backing of transformative technology can lead to significant long-term wealth.
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Li Ka-shing
리카싱
Investing and capital allocationBorn 1928
Hong Kong entrepreneur; founder of Cheung Kong and CK Hutchison
23 records in all
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- Episodes 18
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Early Responsibility and Poverty
After his father passed away early, Li Ka-shing had to become the breadwinner for his family at a young age. Since his father lived a frugal life and left no inheritance, he had to struggle to make a living from scratch.
LessonStarting with nothing can build a strong sense of responsibility and a drive to succeed.
Educational Philanthropy
After achieving business success, Li Ka-shing focused on social contribution by establishing numerous universities across major Chinese cities. He took the lead in activating education for the Chinese people in cities like Beijing, Nanjing, and Hong Kong.
LessonInvesting in education is a powerful way for a leader to ensure long-term societal growth and leave a lasting legacy.
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