Jared Kushner - The Mechanic - [Invest Like the Best, EP.403]
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What sponsorship messages open the episode and why are they important?
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Chapters
8 chapters
1
What sponsorship messages open the episode and why are they important?
0:00–7:03
2
Who is Jared Kushner and what will the interview cover?
7:03–24:27
3
What is the “thank you for this training” mindset and how does Jared apply it?
24:27–43:54
4
How did the 666 Fifth Avenue deal unfold and what lessons did Jared learn?
43:54–1:29:26
5
How does Jared handle negative press and stay transparent about his government service?
1:29:26–1:43:33
6
What gives Jared the most energy at Affinity – research, meeting people, and manifesting deals?
1:43:33–2:04:29
7
How did the partnership with Brad Jacobs develop and what did it teach Jared about collaboration?
2:04:29–2:23:14
8
What lessons does Jared draw from his family, media experience, and the future of podcasts?
2:23:14–2:55:51
Speakers
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