--- title: Epic Investor-Episode-22-The-Danger-of-Ego --- [![Epic Capital Funds logo](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EPIC%20Cap%20logo.png?width=3600&height=1200&name=EPIC%20Cap%20logo.png "Epic Capital Funds logo")](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com?hsLang=en) - [About Us](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/about-epic) Show submenu for About Us - [Team](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/meet-the-team) - [Our Why](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/our-why) - [Impact Equity](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/about-impact-equity) - [Portal](https://epiccapital.invportal.com/app/invest-now) - [Contact](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/contact) - [Portfolio](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/investments) - [Podcast](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/epic-investor-podcast) - [About Us](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/about-epic) Show submenu for About Us - [Team](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/meet-the-team) - [Our Why](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/our-why) - [Impact Equity](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/about-impact-equity) - [Portal](https://epiccapital.invportal.com/app/invest-now) - [Contact](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/contact) - [Portfolio](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/investments) - [Podcast](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/epic-investor-podcast) ![epic podcast-2](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/hs-fs/hubfs/epic%20podcast-2.png?width=527&height=600&name=epic%20podcast-2.png) #### Episode 22 #### **The Danger of Ego** What investment and business mistakes have you made because of overconfidence?   #### What you'll learn in this episode: In this episode, James, Rich, and Jason break down how ego can quietly infiltrate both personal leadership and investment strategy. Through real stories—from painful personal lessons to failed acquisitions and strained partnerships—they reveal how pride, fear, and the need to be right can destroy value. The conversation ultimately highlights humility, data, and strong relationships as the keys to long-term success.   ```   ```   LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE 29:34 ### Episode Highlights What you’ll learn in this episode:   (00:26) Ego is both a driver of performance and a destructive force in investing and leadership. (05:38) Personal stories of ego and its effects. (10:20) How refusing to ask for help limits growth and increases operational risk. (16:25) How investor-founder conflicts escalate when pride replaces partnership. (20:00) Why intentionally “checking ego at the door” leads to clearer strategic decision-making. (26:00) How poor due diligence fueled by pride can turn an exciting acquisition into a total blunder.   ### Connect with Your Hosts - [Rich Jarvis](https://www.linkedin.com/in/richarddjarvis/) - [Jason Morris](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-morris-jmo/) - [James Morrell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-morrell/) ### Subscribe to *The Epic Investor* - [Apple Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-epic-investor/id1842931450) - [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/7IlXsLLc9AoeatJOVWzCWN) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@EpicCapitalFunds?sub_confirmation=1) ### Learn More About Epic Capital Funds - [Website](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/?hsLang=en) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/77759472/admin/dashboard/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/epiccapitalfunds/) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/people/Epic-Capital-Funds/61564739830626/) ### About *The Epic Investor* The Epic Investor” podcast will help you learn how to use private equity and real estate investing as tools for financial freedom and a more fulfilling life. We’ll guide you towards building passive income and making smarter investment decisions. In each episode, we’ll break down complex investment concepts into clear, actionable insights to give you freedom of purpose. [View More Episodes](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/epic-investor-podcast?hsLang=en) [![Full Logo White & Gold](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/hubfs/Full%20Logo%20White%20%26%20Gold.svg "Full Logo White & Gold")](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com?hsLang=en) Epic Capital Funds 1880 S Cobalt Point Way, Ste 300 Meridian, ID 83642 [208.918.5800](tel:2089185800) [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/epic-capital-funds/) - [About Us](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/about-epic) - [Impact Equity](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/about-impact-equity) - [Portal](https://epiccapital.invportal.com/app/invest-now) - [Contact](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/contact) - [Portfolio](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/investments) - [Podcast](https://www.epiccapitalfunds.com/epic-investor-podcast) ##### Stay updated Get the latest updates and offers powered by Tribute Media - [an inbound marketing agency](https://www.tributemedia.com/)