From Buffett’s Analyst to Building Her Own Empire | Tracy Britt Cool

In this episode of The Knowledge Project, Tracy Britt Cool, co-founder of Kanbrick, shares her experiences and insights on long-term investing, business operations, and leadership. Cool discusses her early life on a farm, her time at Berkshire Hathaway working with Warren Buffett, and her experience as CEO of Pampered Chef, where she led a significant turnaround. She emphasizes the importance of long-term thinking, building a strong company culture, and continuous learning. Cool also details Kanbrick's investment strategy, focusing on companies with a competitive advantage and potential for growth, and the firm's hands-on approach to helping businesses improve their operations through the Kanbrick Business System. Additionally, she touches on talent evaluation, hiring processes, the role of politics in companies, and her personal definition of success.