#290 - THE KRUGER EFFECT

Most people don’t lack confidence. They lack awareness. In this episode, I break down what’s often called the “Kruger Effect” — the dangerous illusion where low skill creates high certainty. Why beginners feel like experts. Why real professionals doubt themselves. And why this gap can get you hurt — in training, in leadership, and in life. We look at: False confidence in survival and fighting The gap between knowing about something and actually doing it Why humility is not weakness — it’s awareness How to avoid becoming the loudest fool in the room This isn’t theory. This is about reality checks. Because in the real world… overconfidence doesn’t just look stupid. It costs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.