Agnico

“Someone’s sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.”

This quote forms a foundational pillar of Buffett’s long-term investment ethos. What he is saying here is that — in life as with investing — you have to think about the grand trajectory of things.

Overall, there is no better time to start thinking about that path than today. A tree takes time to grow, and so will most smart investments. Start early, be patient, and let your money grow.