How Success Happens Josh Harris, Co-Founder of Apollo Global Management, HBSE + MP of the 76ers & New Jersey Devils
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Jun 16, 2021 Josh Harris, Co-Founder of Apollo Global Management and Managing Partner of the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils, shares his remarkable journey from competitive wrestling to finance. He discusses how his early experiences shaped his work ethic and led to pivotal career moves, including launching his firm during a financial crisis. Harris also reveals the challenges of becoming a sports franchise owner, emphasizing community impact and innovative management. He offers aspiring entrepreneurs practical advice on passion and building a supportive network.
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Wrestling Taught Foundational Discipline
- Josh Harris learned discipline and preparation from competitive youth wrestling that later improved his academics and work habits.
- He joined Bethesda Boys Club at age 10, trained to avoid being physically dominated, then applied that rigor to school and career.
Early Wall Street Bootcamp Was Brutal And Formative
- Josh described the two-year analyst bootcamp culture where juniors worked 80–100 hour weeks modeling and preparing prospectuses.
- He recalled once being up until 5 a.m., then using a gym workout to refocus before an 8 a.m. meeting.
Left A Safe Offer To Join A Startup Firm
- After Harvard Business School Josh chose a startup path and accepted a role at Apollo instead of staying at Blackstone.
- He went to Steve Schwarzman's office to resign and worried about repaying a $15,000 signing bonus he had used for loans.