Masters in Business · Friday, August 14, 2026
Ankur Crawford shared her belief that the most painful moments in her investment career have been her greatest learning experiences. She eschews the idea of a 'back machine' to prevent past mistakes, arguing that these difficult experiences have fundamentally shaped her, providing invaluable lessons that prevent repetition and contribute to her growth and resilience.
“You know what, Barry, I don't think I would. I would in my way back machine. I wouldn't go tell myself anything.”
“Like my most painful moments as an investor have been the biggest learning moments for me that have had like like they've branded me in some way with that, with that experience, and so I wouldn't want to shortcut that because it has shaped me.”
“Well, sometimes they just have to fall down and get hurt to realize they're going to get hurt, so it makes a ton of sense.”