Out of the Box and Onto Wall Street

Praise for Out of the Box and Onto Wall Street "Mark Grant writes with conviction, panache, and an internal radar focus used on the critical issues of evolving investment markets. I read his daily commentary and this book is just as compelling."-Bill Gross, Co-Chief Investment Officer, PIMCO "Mark Grant is among the most astute observers of the financial scene. His daily musings are read by a 'who's who' of Wall Street pros. This fascinating compilation of his writings as the financial crisis unfolded provide an invaluable guide to practicing Grant's rule number one: preservation of capital. Mark Grant has over thirty years' experience navigating and playing the great game of investing. He has not only survived in all kinds of markets, he has prospered. These writings, mostly written from his boat Wishes Granted, show why: they are astute, timely, funny, and wise. Buy a copy and become a better investor."-Bill Miller, Chairman and Chief Investment Officer, Legg Mason "No one else combines Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, Dr. Seuss, and the Marquis de Sade with Henry Paulson, Alan Greenspan, and the European debt crisis like Mark Grant. He's a true wizard with true words of wisdom for anyone who wants to understand our crazy, mixed-up financial world. Grant's You Know You Work on Wall Street When . . . is pure genius, and amazingly, it's all true."-Pimm Fox, journalist and host of Taking Stock on Bloomberg TV and Radio "I have been privileged to know the wizard's apprentice for many years. Always thought-provoking and sometimes prescient, his observations and wisdom not only entertain, but often provide an alternative view of reality. Popular insights may be incorrect and even the wizard is not infallible, but I feel compelled to begin my day with his musings." -Andrew L. Heiskell, Executive Vice President, Mutual of America Capital Management