In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen HIGHLIGHTS: Michael Bloomberg
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Jan 9, 2026 Michael Bloomberg, entrepreneur and former mayor of New York City, shares insights from his remarkable career. He discusses his journey from Wall Street to founding Bloomberg LP, emphasizing his innovative creation of the Bloomberg Terminal. Bloomberg reveals his relentless work ethic and discusses the impact of his mayoral policies on health and education. He opens up about his philanthropic approach, focusing on education and health, while reflecting on the importance of legacy and giving back. At 83, his passion for continual improvement shines through.
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From Barn Soldering To Buying PCs
- Michael Bloomberg described building the first Bloomberg computers by working Saturdays in an engineer's barn and soldering circuit boards himself.
- He later pivoted to buying early PCs once they became practical rather than competing in hardware manufacturing.
Solve The Actual User Task
- Bloomberg noticed trading desks lacked computers that performed the tasks traders actually needed.
- Building a system tailored to users' real workflows created a product people immediately valued.
Outwork Without Burning Out
- Do not say no and do not give up; balance hard work with enough rest to avoid burnout.
- Bloomberg models long hours and routine, rising early and coming into the office most days even at 83.