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Goldman Sachs CEO: Experience Trumps Pure Intelligence in Hiring

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon prefers candidates with a "smart enough" package of skills over pure intelligence, emphasizing experience, resilience, and determination. He believes real-world expertise is crucial for navigating challenges and making difficult judgments within the company. This perspective aligns with other business leaders like former LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky and Berkshire Hathaway's Warren Buffett, who also prioritize practical skills and proven track records over prestigious academic credentials. AI

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Goldman Sachs CEO: Experience Trumps Pure Intelligence in Hiring

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Emma Burleigh ·

    Goldman Sachs CEO says he’d hire someone ‘smart enough’ over the smartest person in the world because ultimately experience trumps brains

    Relying on book smarts over real-life expertise won’t get one hired at the $337 billion bank, says Goldman Sachs boss David Solomon.