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What It Takes: Lessons in the Pursuit of Excellence
Book • 2019
In this book, Stephen A. Schwarzman shares lessons from his life and career, offering insights into deal making, investing, leadership, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and diplomacy.
The book is part memoir and part playbook for success, detailing how Schwarzman built Blackstone into a global financial powerhouse.
It emphasizes the importance of relentless pursuit of excellence, learning from failures, and maintaining integrity.
The book also includes practical advice on ambition, risk management, and the value of hiring top talent and fostering a strong organizational culture.
The book is part memoir and part playbook for success, detailing how Schwarzman built Blackstone into a global financial powerhouse.
It emphasizes the importance of relentless pursuit of excellence, learning from failures, and maintaining integrity.
The book also includes practical advice on ambition, risk management, and the value of hiring top talent and fostering a strong organizational culture.
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David Senra , an excerpt from his memoir is read, detailing an early meeting with Sam Zell.
David Senra , an excerpt from his memoir is read, detailing an early meeting with Sam Zell.
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Mentioned by Stephen Schwarzman during his discussion with David Rubenstein about his life and career.
Stephen Schwarzman
Recommended by Jeremy Hill for its insights into the founding of Blackstone.
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