The Blackstone blueprint: how Jon Gray presides over a $1.2 trillion investment empire

10/07/2025 16 min
The Blackstone blueprint: how Jon Gray presides over a $1.2 trillion investment empire

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Episode Synopsis

Jon Gray, President and COO of Blackstone, has a simple rule: Think long-term, even when everything feels like it's falling apart.

The lesson isn't just for investors—it's for anyone building a career:


Stay calm when chaos hits

Separate temporary noise from lasting trends

Turn uncertainty into opportunity



After 33 years at Blackstone, Gray's built more than just wealth—he's mastered the art of thinking beyond the moment. To hear more from Jon Gray including what he’s learned about leadership, watch the video below.

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