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What It Takes is the candid memoir of Stephen Schwarzman, co-founder and CEO of Blackstone, one of the world’s largest investment firms. Schwarzman shares the pivotal moments—from his early days on Wall Street to building Blackstone into a global powerhouse—that shaped his approach to leadership, deal-making, and resilience. Packed with hard-earned insights on risk, decision-making, and cultivating a winning culture, this book offers a blueprint for anyone striving for excellence in business and life.