Blackstone president Jon Gray tells Gen Z to think like founders at work—but a growing number are skipping the corporate ladder to become one for real

Blackstone president Jon Gray advises Gen Z analysts to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset, emphasizing innovation and client service. A growing number of Gen Z workers are bypassing traditional corporate roles to start businesses, driven by AI's role in lowering startup barriers. Harvard Business School data shows a significant rise in students opting for entrepreneurship over traditional jobs.