CHAPTER 3
Masters of the Universe, Children of a Lesser God
Understanding “God”
Giants abound on Wall Street. To rise to great heights in the world of finance requires a rare combination of exceptional intelligence, political savvy, business acumen, tireless dedication and motivation, a genuine work ethic, and an unusual level of persistence. Family relationships, privilege, and access to power and resources may play a role in an individual’s corporate ascent. Others may possess extraordinary cunning and ruthlessness, which allow them to maintain control, play politics successfully and, eventually, attain the inner sanctum—the top floor, the corner office, the C-Suite.
Still others may be intractably corrupt and vanquish all foes, as they do ...
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