Welcome to How Leaders Lead where every week you get to listen in while I interview some of the

very best leaders in the world. I break down the key learning so that by the end of the episode,

you'll have something simple you can apply as you develop into a better leader. That's what

this podcast is all about. You know, I think every good leader feels that pressure

to deliver. People want results and they want them now. But that can make it really easy to get

short-sighted. Sometimes we don't really give ourselves permission to look down the road and think about

the long term. But if you want success that's actually sustainable,

you've got to learn how to take a longer view of things.

And that's why I'm excited for you to hear from my guest today, David Solomon.

He's the CEO of Goldman Sachs, one of the most renowned companies in the financial industry.

Now look, David faces a lot of short-term pressures,

but those don't keep him from looking ahead and taking a long-term approach.

Of course, that's never easy.

It takes a heck of a lot of courage.

But in this conversation, you're going to learn how it's done and why it's crucial for any

leader who wants to build trust and be a part of something that lasts.

Plus, David's got some insights into the economy that you do not want to miss.

He explains from his perspective what's really been going on over the last few years

and what leaders need to be doing to prepare for what's coming.

So let's jump right in.

Here's my conversation with my good friend and soon to be

yours, David Solomon. You know, David, I always like to start out at the beginning. Tell us about

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