Ex–Goldman Sachs MD turned coffee entrepreneur after 30 years on Wall Street.
We dive into why “luck” is about preparation, what it takes to stand out in high-pressure environments, when to walk away from corporate, and how to make bold career moves without regrets — and why, for Jim, it all led to coffee.
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00:00 — Intro & NYC Beginnings
02:38 — Life at Goldman Sachs
05:29 — Navigating the Financial Crisis
06:42 — What It Takes to Thrive at Goldman Sachs
10:59 — How to Be Lucky (Hint: It’s Not Just Luck)
13:58 — Wall Street Culture & the Role of Tech
17:01 — Launching a Coffee School
18:14 — Building a Niche Through Practical Learning
22:06 — When to Start: The Right Time for Entrepreneurship
23:33 — Corporate vs. Entrepreneur Life: Should You Jump?
26:03 — The American Dream & Inner Drive
27:49 — Purpose, Teamwork & the Goldman Sachs Ethos
29:47 — Social Impact & Giving Back
33:01 — Rapid Fire Q&A + Final Thoughts
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Guest Social media: @newjerseycoffeeschool
Link to Modern Prince Hubertus episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Y42eImZiWCvCicafMwdon?si=9bfc5d3dcebe41c5
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