In this episode of Big Shot, we're thrilled to welcome the incredible David Rubenstein! As a co-founder of The Carlyle Group, one of the globe's top private equity firms, David's journey from a Baltimore kid with big dreams to a presidential advisor and business mogul is truly inspiring. Join us, as David reveals how he overcame rejection after President Carter lost his re-election and pivoted into private equity. Learn why he's dedicated to giving back through initiatives like the Giving Pledge, and get ready for some thought-provoking insights, including why hiring geniuses might not be the best idea and tips on avoiding spoiling your kids.

In This Episode We Cover:

(03:40) Welcome David Rubenstein

(04:50) Why David and Harley both maintain their bar memberships

(05:37) Why education is important to the Jewish people

(07:30) David’s upbringing in Baltimore

(10:00) The difficulties that come with raising children when you’re wealthy

(11:30) David’s relatively laid-back parents

(13:34) The Jewish youth group that fueled David’s drive for more

(14:15) David’s first job out of law school

(15:25) How David became an advisor to President Jimmy Carter

(16:42) The years of struggle after Jimmy Carter failed to get re-elected

(20:41) How the Carlyle Group got their start

Frederick Douglass: What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?

Classics of Liberty

Introduction

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