Editor’s note: Today, we’re introducing you to our friend Whitney Tilson… Whitney has spent decades in the trenches of Wall Street, learning everything it takes to build tremendous wealth in the markets. And now, his newest venture – Empire Financial Research – aims to educate individual investors and help them make better decisions. In today’s essay, we’re sharing some of Whitney’s most valuable insights. Today, you’ll learn more about his background, as well as four tips for beating the market over the long run… My journey to launch Empire Financial Research has been unique.