Private Equity by Carrie Sun Summary
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In "Private Equity," Carrie Sun's TIME Magazine-acclaimed memoir exposes Wall Street's brutal underbelly. Like "a Sofia Coppola film," this riveting account of burnout and wealth has become a cultural Rorschach test - challenging readers to question what success truly costs.
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The Golden Cage of High Finance
Walking into Carbon's sleek Manhattan office felt like entering another dimension. The private equity firm managed billions in assets, and suddenly I was part of this secretive world. Fresh from prestigious academic achievements but uncertain about my future, I found myself answering to Boone, one of the firm's powerful partners. His demeanor-poised, unyielding, and brilliant-both intimidated and fascinated me. The interview process had been rigorous, taking place in an opulent conference room overlooking Central Park. Each conversation was a high-stakes dance where I had to anticipate the music before it played. My boyfriend Josh had presented an ultimatum during the interview process-choose between our relationship or this career. I chose Carbon. Something about the challenge, the exclusivity, and yes, the validation of being selected pulled me forward. The first day, Boone gifted me four books on peak performance-a not-so-subtle message about expectations. "I need immediate email responses," he instructed, "and efficient note-passing in meetings." Even simple tasks carried hidden complexities in this world. Have you ever felt that mixture of terror and exhilaration when stepping into something much bigger than yourself? That's how those first weeks felt. I believed this role was my calling-a perfect fit for my skills and ambitions. The golden handcuffs were still shiny and new, not yet revealing how tightly they would eventually bind me.
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"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
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"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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