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What Separates Elite Investment Bankers From Everyone Else

In this episode, we sit down with Jay Turo to break down the real attributes of top-performing investment bankers — especially within the world of boutique investment banking, M&A advisory, and business brokerage. Beyond technical skills, the best dealmakers distinguish themselves through character, trust, work ethic, creativity, and a true client-first mindset. Whether you're a business owner preparing to sell your company, an entrepreneur exploring mergers and acquisitions, or an advisor looking to understand how elite M&A professionals operate, this conversation reveals what actually drives successful transactions. We discuss: How top investment bankers build trust with founders The difference between average advisors and elite dealmakers Why boutique investment banks are reshaping middle-market M&A Common mistakes bankers and business owners make during a sale The role of creativity, risk management, and industry expertise in closing deals How AI is transforming investment banking and advisory work What aspiring M&A advisors should focus on early in their careers Selling a business is often a once-in-a-lifetime event. Choosing the right advisor can determine the outcome. If you're a founder, CEO, investor, or advisor navigating the M&A landscape, this episode provides an inside look at how elite investment bankers think and operate. Learn More: https://gtsecurities.net/ -- 00:00 – What separates elite investment bankers 00:32 – Why character matters more than skill 02:05 – The trust required to sell a business 06:05 – Work ethic and personal accountability 07:45 – The reality of getting paid in investment banking 09:05 – Why passion for business matters 12:45 – Giving clients tough love as an advisor 14:05 – Investment banking as a “business of ideas” 19:10 – Industry expertise vs generalist advisors 24:20 – How AI is changing investment banking