This podcast episode analyzes the challenges faced by Goldman Sachs in adapting to its new public company status and balancing the traditional partnership culture with shareholder demands. The episode examines CEO David Solomon's efforts to implement corporate discipline and his controversial acquisition of GreenSky, which led to conflicts among partners. The tensions between Solomon and former CEO Lloyd Blankfein are discussed, and the podcast explores the importance of the firm's partners in the decision-making process. Finally, the episode explores Solomon's actions to regain the trust of the partners and maintain positive relationships with them.
