I would argue that passion is more important than brainpower.
Trend-following is not such a good model. It’s simply eroded. Things change and being able to adjust is what made Mr. Simons so successful. “Statistic predictor signals erode over the next several years; it can be five years or 10 years. You have to keep coming up with new things because the market is against us. If you don’t keep getting better, you’re going to do worse.
There are no rules in writing, just tools.
The most advanced technology is worthless if farmers don't understand how to use it effectively.