In this episode, John unpacks the self-serving bias—the mental habit of claiming credit when things go right but blaming others when they don’t. While common, this bias can quietly undermine real growth, especially in financial decisions and career development.

The episode offers practical tools to recognize and reduce this bias by encouraging consistent self-reflection and personal accountability. John emphasizes that true confidence isn’t built on ego, but on the ability to own both successes and setbacks with clarity and humility.

Through real-life examples and simple, actionable strategies, listeners are empowered to replace defensiveness with self-awareness—paving the way for smarter decisions and authentic progress

Key Takeaways:

• • Self-serving bias distorts learning and weakens accountability.

• • Growth comes from owning outcomes, not just claiming credit.

• • Use honest reflection to unlock true confidence and resilience.

  
  

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