Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy

Jared Kushner - The Mechanic - [Invest Like the Best, EP.402]

Dec 20, 2024

Jared Kushner, former senior advisor to President Trump and current CEO of Affinity Partners, shares his multifaceted journey in real estate, diplomacy, and private equity. He dives into the complexities of negotiating peace in the Middle East and the strategic lessons learned from the Great Recession. Joining him is Katie Ellenberg, who discusses streamlining investment operations. The conversation touches on resilience, personal growth, and the significance of relationships in navigating both business and geopolitical challenges.

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Jared Kushner's diverse experiences shape his approach to investment and decision-making in both business and government contexts.

Effective negotiation relies on fostering genuine human connections and understanding each party's needs for successful outcomes.

Resilience and teamwork are essential in overcoming bureaucratic challenges, exemplified by the response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Strategic thinking in investment demands an awareness of market dynamics and a commitment to long-term, evidence-based strategies.

The Abraham Accords highlight the potential for peace through bold leadership and strategic diplomacy based on mutual interests.

A unified Middle East could emerge through cooperative efforts focused on economic growth and shared prosperity among nations.

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Invest Where Intrigue Meets Structural Advantage

01:02

Invest in Relationships for Greater Returns

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Build Firms that Reflect Your Values

00:58

Clarity Through Inquiry

00:43

Intro

2min

Transitioning Investment Operations and Streamlining Expenses

4min

Resilience and the Power of Perspective

4min

Navigating Challenges in New York Real Estate

17min

Transformative Diplomacy in the Middle East

18min

Navigating Global Investments

26min

Navigating Complex Challenges

32min

Navigating Diplomatic Waters

21min

Navigating Uncertainty: Business Strategies for a Trump Presidency

7min

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Roots of Thrive: Family, Growth, and Values

17min

11.

Respected Investors and Their Insights

21min

12.

Reimagining Media in the Age of Information Overload

5min

13.

Lessons of Kindness and Empathy from a Subway Ride

3min

14.

Investment Insights and Future Topics

2min

15.

Transforming Investment Infrastructure through Innovation

5min

My guest today is Jared Kushner. Jared has lived more lives than just about anyone I know his age. He ran Kushner companies for years, investing in real estate in and around New York City. He owned the New York Observer. He was a senior advisor to President Trump in his first term. He now runs Affinity Partners, which we discuss in detail, a private equity firm built to find and execute unique investments around the world that stem from Jared's unique set of experiences in business and government. This is one of our longest episodes ever because there was so much to discuss. We cover real estate, negotiation, geopolitics, his work in prison reform, Operation Warp Speed, and the Abraham Accords in the Middle East, business, investing, his family, and everything in between. Jared told me I could ask him about anything--and I really enjoyed doing so. Please enjoy my conversation with Jared Kushner.

My guests today For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page here.

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Show Notes:

(00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best

(00:08:45) Jared's Philosophy on Challenges and Success

(00:13:38) Real Estate Ventures: The 666 Fifth Avenue Story

(00:20:31) Lessons from New York Real Estate

(00:30:04) Diplomacy and the Middle East

(00:37:03) Leadership and Change

(00:41:14) Geopolitical Landscape and Future Prospects

(00:47:53) Affinity Partners: Vision and Strategy

(00:52:42) Navigating Market Shifts

(00:54:39) Case Study: Mexico Investment

(00:58:34) Global Investment Strategies

(01:02:42) Investment Philosophy and Principles

(01:07:04) Challenges and Problem-Solving

(01:23:14) Government Efficiency and Bureaucracy

(01:34:57) Stepping into the Spotlight

(01:37:19) Manifesting Success with Partners

(01:38:05) Learning from Brad Jacobs

(01:42:09) Middle East Economic Development

(01:46:08) The Qatar-Saudi Reconciliation

(01:52:25) Perceptions of Key Middle Eastern Countries

(02:07:34) Preparing for Trump's Return

(02:14:36) Early Days of Thrive Capital

(02:16:56) Helping Entrepreneurs and Building Thrive

(02:24:51) Lessons from My Father

(02:37:47) Future Vision and AI

(02:48:45) The Kindest Thing Anyone Has Ever Done For Jared

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