What It Takes: Lessons in the Pursuit of Excellence [Hardcover] Schwarzman, Stephen A

**What It Takes: Lessons in the Pursuit of Excellence** - Because who doesn't want billionaire-level life advice?

Stephen Schwarzman, co-founder of private equity giant Blackstone, spills the tea on building one of the world's largest investment firms. This isn't your typical rags-to-riches memoir—it's a masterclass in deal-making, relationship-building, and thinking impossibly big. From his middle-class roots to rubbing shoulders with world leaders, Schwarzman breaks down the principles that transformed him from Yale grad to Wall Street titan.

Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, finance professionals, or anyone curious about how the ultra-wealthy actually think. His stories about major acquisitions and global power plays read like a thriller, but with real-world business lessons baked in.

This preloved hardcover from Patina Paperbacks has lived a little but still packs the same punch as Schwarzman's billion-dollar insights.

*"Fascinating peek behind the curtain of high-stakes finance. Schwarzman's storytelling makes complex deals surprisingly engaging."*

*"More practical wisdom than expected. His 25 rules for success alone are worth the price."*