The Problem Michael Milken Couldn’t Solve

The speaker discusses their early career, starting with a challenging commute to New York to set up a Bond Department at a young age. They navigated professional challenges related to age perception by presenting themselves as older. Later, family health issues prompted a significant career decision to relocate to Los Angeles, balancing personal and professional responsibilities.

At what age did the narrator take on the responsibility of setting up a Bond Department in New York?

• 28

• 26

• 24

• 22

Why did the narrator pretend to be older than they actually were?

• To gain respect from older colleagues

• To qualify for a higher salary

• To meet the company's age requirement

• To avoid age discrimination laws

What prompted the narrator to consider moving their operation to Los Angeles?

• A better job offer

• Family health issues

• Desire for a change of scenery

• Company relocation

Which academic theories did the narrator find applicable during their career?

• Theories from Harvard

• Theories from Wharton and Berkeley

• Theories from Stanford

• Theories from MIT

What was the narrator's primary concern when deciding to move to Los Angeles?

• Career advancement

• Financial stability

• Children's education

• Spending time with their father