A former Goldman partner reflects on being 'challenging to work with'

Frederick Baba, a trader at Jane Street and former Goldman Sachs partner.

Courtesy of Goldman Sachs

• Former Goldman partner Fred Baba shared the goodbye note he sent colleagues.
• He left Goldman in 2023 to join Jane Street as a trader. He shared the note on LinkedIn.
• His letter offered candid advice for senior leaders and young professionals alike.

When Frederick Baba left Goldman Sachs after nearly a decade, he didn't send the typical farewell note on his way out the door.