Vitaliy Katsenelson

Sharpen Your Mind
I did not know much of anything when I started writing, and here I am, giving you writing advice and sharing my process with you.

De-Numb Your Mind
I can definitely see how we are always trying to numb our minds. We constantly need the mental organ entertained and well-numbed with external stimuli.

My thoughts on the economy
A collection of my thoughts on the economy, government spending, interests rates, housing market, and other important points.

Atrocities in Israel
I have shared my thoughts on the horror of what is happening in Israel on Twitter. I was going to write something longer, but it is simply too painful: My son, Jonah, asked me why I hadn’t written anything about what has happened in Israel. I had to pause and think; I was frozen.

Why You Should Become an Investor
If you're a young person and you get into investing, make sure you get into investing for the right reason. Find out why you should become an investor in this video.

The 5 Books You Should Read – Conversations with Vitaliy – Ep 8
Reading is something I find extremely rewarding, so it is a pleasure to share five book recommendations and one bonus book with you. Book Recommendations: Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts How To Think Like A Roman Emperor by Donald...

Advice Every Young Person Needs To Hear
In this video, I am talking directly to young people leaving college. I hope you find this advice useful.

The 5 Investing Books Everyone Should Read
The 5 investing books everyone should read, recommendations by Vitali

Should You Worry About The Next Recession? – Conversations with Vitaliy – Ep 7
Worried about the next recession? Don't panic and listen to this. 📩 Sign up for my free weekly email newsletter 🎙 Check out my weekly podcast, The Intellectual Investor. 📚 GET MY BOOKS Soul in the Game - The Little Book of...

The Power of Telling Stories
Apple is the best storytelling company on the planet. This was the thought that ran through my mind as I watched Apple present its new products at the WWDC conference.

Stop Gambling and Start Investing – Conversations with Vitaliy – Ep 6
Too often, people try to gamble rather than invest. Here is what I think the difference is between the two. 📩 Sign up for my free weekly email newsletter 🎙 Check out my weekly podcast, The Intellectual Investor. 📚 GET MY BOOKS Soul...

Never Look At Money The Same Way
When my wife and I got married, my friend Mark took us out to a lunch that forever changed my relationship with money.

My Father – A Life Worth Living – Ep 202
My father, Naum Katsenelson, passed away on August 10, 2023. Here is my ode to him. 📩 Sign up for my free weekly email newsletter 🎙 Check out my weekly podcast, The Intellectual Investor. 📚 GET MY BOOKS Soul in the Game - The...

What You Overlook In Investing
In this video, I highlight some of the most overlooked factors in investing. I discuss the importance of understanding financials and looking deeper into company culture and management. I provide examples of CEO excesses, like the case of GE CEO Jeff Immelt, and interesting examples, like the case of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos.

My Letter To Young Investors – Conversations with Vitaliy – Ep 5
If you are a young investor or interested in investing, I think you can benefit from my advice in this video.

The 5 Books You Should Read
Reading is something I find extremely rewarding, so it is a pleasure to share 5 book recommendations and one bonus book with you.

How You Can Be a Great Investor – Conversations with Vitaliy – Ep 4
In this video I break down the keys to becoming a great investor.

Мой отец – Жизнь, которую стоит прожить
Мой папа, Наум Каценельсон, скончался 10 августа 2023 года. Я потратил недели, пытаясь написать о моем отце, бесплодно и тщетно, — в итоге я потерпел неудачу.

My Father – A Life Worth Living
I spent weeks trying to write about my father, but I failed miserably. As a writer, I have learned that there is no such thing as writer's block; either your idea is not fully developed, or there is a conflict between what you want to say and what appears on your pages.