Strategic mediocrity, owner mindset & conviction
- Siem te Hennepe
- 5 days ago
- 1 min read

Name: Daniel Shuart
Country of residence: The United States of America
Record date: June 5th, 2025
What does it take to be a great investor?
In this episode, we sit down with Dan Shuart, founder of Eagle Point Capital, to explore a refreshing and grounded approach to long-term investing. Dan shares the philosophy behind his fund, why he embraces strategic mediocrity instead of chasing perfection, and how conviction, patience, and an owner’s mindset shape every decision he makes.
We talked about:
The meaning behind “strategic mediocrity”
Why simplicity often wins
Why prioritize free cash flow (yield)
Capital preservation
The role of opportunity cost
What it means to think like an owner
How to build conviction
And much more! Enjoy.
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