Welcome to the third part of our Stoic book series, where we dive into Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday. In this episode of the Lead Counsel podcast, we explore how unchecked ego often becomes the greatest barrier to personal and professional success. Listen as we dive into why overcoming ego is essential, sharing impactful stories from personal journeys and insights into how ego influences every stage of a career—from early struggles to career highs and even setbacks.

In this episode, you will hear about:

• How ego can distort our perception, leading us to overlook growth opportunities.
• The importance of humility in building and maintaining strong leadership.
• How adopting an ego-free approach empowers resilience in the face of challenges.
• Lessons from iconic figures like Howard Hughes, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Bill Belichick, who achieved greatness by mastering their own egos.

Resources from this episode:

• TonaLaw: https://tonalaw.com/
• LinkedIn: Tom Tona
• LuvvvSocials: [email protected]

• https://www.amazon.com/Holiday-Obstacle-Timeless-Turning-Triumph/dp/B07VPJ1DLX/ref=sr_1_7?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.eOrzmc2D7n0Tg0eTgimykRSgemvto4X859gRfwqK3HM3LrCozKf2mXXxfdldlGAo4HbDCfdU4VxARya3Yeqs9bTygKfSLUOoGjGj80Uljm6alN8Shc6uwNj02cr9fZGEla3L0Pr80LudmQAndoJhj7xbyZv-xsFsejgj8sCzSygKu3A3scGlqQSopYMLA5zPpyq02qsAAaCF-JUK6--PDdYGUT1a8NDLSnnwLSOd8pc.TJGrSrG_qyqgeeV7O8QGocK7UxkDe85QHlRGKslaY5o&dib_tag=se&hvadid=694498255344&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9004510&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=8460608276773386388--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8460608276773386388&hvtargid=kwd-299163406706&hydadcr=21903_13324203&keywords=the+obstacle+is+the+way&qid=1727903667&sr=8-7

• https://www.amazon.com/Stillness-Key-Ryan-Holiday/dp/0525538585

• https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818

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