Warren Buffett is perhaps the most accomplished investor of all time. The CEO and chair of Berkshire Hathaway has earned admiration for not only his financial feats but also the philosophy behind them. Todd A. Finkle provides striking new insights into Buffett's career through the lens of entrepreneurship. This book demonstrates that although Buffett is thought of primarily as an investor, one of the secrets to his success has been running Berkshire as an entrepreneur. Finkle―a Buffett family friend―shares his perspective on Buffett's early life and business ventures. The book traces the entrepreneurial paths that shaped Buffett's career, from selling gum door-to-door during childhood to forming Berkshire Hathaway and developing it into a global conglomerate through the imaginative deployment of financial instruments and creative deal making. Finkle considers Buffett's investment methodology, management strategy, and personal philosophy on building a rewarding life in terms of entrepreneurship. He also zeros in on Buffett's longtime business partner, Charlie Munger, and his contributions to Berkshire's success. Finkle draws key lessons from Buffett's mistakes as well as his successes, using these failures to explore the ways behavioral biases can affect investors and how to overcome them. By viewing Buffett as an entrepreneur, this book offers readers a fresh take on one of the world's best-known financial titans. Tying together the wonderful history of Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway with the evolution of modern finance is a remarkable feat. Todd A. Finkle has done just that with this readable, up-to-the-minute book. -- Adam J. Mead, author of The Complete Financial History of Berkshire Hathaway , CEO/chief investment officer, Mead Capital Management Todd Finkle has shared his insights into the important life and career of Warren Buffett―a visionary entrepreneur whose view of the world was influenced by his midwestern roots and early family life. We are grateful to Finkle for exploring this marvelous connection. -- Mark Pigott, executive chairman, PACCAR Inc Finkle explains how Warren Buffett did it―and does it―in words that the average person (and the financial expert) can understand. It’s a biography with a bonus: details about Buffett’s ‘secret sauce,’ which, as he says, almost guarantees that you can get rich―slowly. -- Steve Jordon, author of The Oracle & Omaha: How Warren Buffett And His Hometown Shaped Each Other and former reporter and “Warren Watch” columnist, The Omaha World-Herald Finkle’s portrait of Warren Buffett―as entrepreneur, investor, and businessperson―is a masterpiece. His book is a must-read for everyone interested in Warren Buffett’s life and way of thinking. -- Patrick Terrion, principal, Founders Capital Management Todd A. Finkle, Ph. D., is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor. He has founded five for-profit companies and co-founded a non-profit that earned national recognition. With over 40 years of investment experience, Finkle's expertise in entrepreneurship and deep insights into Warren Buffett's strategies have made him a sought-after thought leader in the field. Finkle is the author of the National Award-Winning book  Warren Buffett: Investor and Entrepreneur , published by Columbia University Press and translated into 13 languages. After 14 years of meticulous research, the book explores Buffett's entrepreneurial roots and investment philosophy. Finkle's personal connection to Buffett runs deep—he grew up in Omaha, Nebraska, went to high school with Peter Buffett, and developed a close relationship with Warren Buffett himself. This bond has allowed Finkle to lead six groups of students to meet Buffett in Omaha, offering an insider's perspective on the legendary investor. Finkle has been featured in leading publications, including  The Wall Street Journal ,  Fortune ,  Business Insider , and  ABC News , and has appeared on numerous global podcasts. His entrepreneurial ventures and investment expertise have brought him international recognition, and he frequently advises organizations across the globe, with recent engagements in India, Hong Kong, Singapore, China, and South Korea. In addition to his entrepreneurial endeavors, Finkle has become a prominent speaker, having presented at six conferences during the 2023 and 2024 Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders Meetings. His extensive experience as both an entrepreneur and an academic makes him uniquely qualified to share lessons on investment, entrepreneurship, and leadership on the global stage.