Blankfein: Anxiety Isn't a Flaw, It's Your Best Risk Tool
Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein reveals how his upbringing in the projects turned anxiety into a risk management superpower and how a $500 check shaped his view on dignity and wealth.
Ex-Goldman CEO: 3 sectors where I'm putting my money right now
With Sam Parr, Shaan Puri, Lloyd Blankfein · Sunday, June 21, 2026
In this episode, Sam Parr and Shaan Puri interview former Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein, who reveals his personal investment strategy, heavily weighted in tech, energy, and financial services, and shares his daily trading habits. He recounts the iconic story of Warren Buffett's $5 billion investment in Goldman Sachs during the 2008 crisis and discusses his unique perspective on success, anxiety, and the profound wisdom derived from studying history. Blankfein also introduces an impactful "Obituary Test" framework for living a meaningful life beyond career accomplishments.
Blankfein's 'Obituary Test': Your Career is 1/3 of Your Life
Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein's 'Obituary Test' challenges founders to build a life beyond work. Diversify, give actively, and avoid reputational risks.
Lloyd Blankfein: My 98% Equity, Daily Trading Playbook
Ex-Goldman CEO Lloyd Blankfein reveals his personal investing: 98% equities in big tech, energy, financials, plus his 'disciplined' daily trading. Why he bets big.