TY - BOOK AU - Schwarzman, Stephen. TI - What it takes: lessons in the pursuit of excellence SN - 978-1501158148 U1 - 658.42SCH PY - 2019/// CY - New York PB - Simon & Schuster KW - Schwarzman, Stephen A., 1947- N1 - Includes index N2 - Stephen Schwarzman took $400,000 and cofounded Blackstone, the investment firm that manages over $500 billion and invests in hundreds of companies globally. He’s the CEO whose views are sought by heads of state around the world and supports universities with funding for cutting edge research and technology. But behind these accomplishments is a man who has spent his life learning and reflecting on what it takes to achieve excellence, make an impact and live a life of consequence. Schwarzman’s story is an empowering, entertaining and informative guide for anyone striving for greater personal impact. From deal-making to investing, leadership to entrepreneurship, philanthropy to diplomacy, Schwarzman has lessons for how to achieve success through the relentless pursuit of excellence ER -