HIGHLIGHTS: Michael Bloomberg

Nicolai Tangen interviews Michael Bloomberg, delving into his journey from Salomon Brothers to founding Bloomberg and his later career in public service and philanthropy. Bloomberg recounts being laid off from Salomon Brothers and subsequently creating Bloomberg to provide integrated data and analytical tools for traders, a novel concept at the time. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, risk-taking, and a balanced life, reflecting on his early start to the workday and the company culture he fostered. Bloomberg also discusses his motivations for running for mayor of New York, driven by a desire to improve education, and his extensive philanthropic efforts, inspired by his upbringing and a desire to make a tangible difference in areas like public health and education.