About this episode

Scott Phillips discusses his financial journey and key decisions that shaped his investment philosophy.

Scott Phillips is the Chief Investment Officer of Motley Fool Australia, host of the podcast Motley Fool Money, and author of the new book The One-Page Investing Plan. He talks with Chris Hill about how his childhood money habits were shaped by his dad's labeled tobacco tins, and a financial decision in his 20s that still stings, as well as: - The pay cut he took to become a professional investor - A decision he and his wife made to prioritize financial peace of mind over maximizing their wea...

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