#169 | Why Your Ego Is Sabotaging Your Financial Decisions Without You Realizing It - Financial Literacy, Financial Advisors & Wealth

Are your financial decisions based on facts—or ego?In this hard-hitting conversation with Mark Robinson (a.k.a. The “Shitty Leadership Guide”), we unpack how our self-deception, optimism bias, and avoidance of uncomfortable truths undermine our ability to lead, invest, and grow wisely.Whether you're a financial advisor, business leader, or just someone trying to make smarter decisions, this episode reveals how ego distorts your sense of realism—and how to shift back into clarity.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why optimism bias leads people to ignore risk and cling to illusions in both money and leadershipHow to spot when your decisions are ego-driven rather than growth-orientedSimple practices to increase self-awareness and start making realistic, long-term financial decisionsStop flattering your ego and start feeding your future—listen to this episode now.To visit John's website The Shitty Leadership Series by Mark Robinson