What is the one trait that fuels both massive success and catastrophic failure? This video is a masterclass on why Your Ego Will Help or Destroy You. Glenn Gardone, a 30-year consumer goods veteran and President of Red Chocolate, breaks down the double-edged sword that every founder must learn to manage. This is a deep dive into the psychology of leadership, explaining why you need a healthy ego to take risks, but how an unchecked ego will ensure you make the journey alone . Learn the brutal but necessary advice he received from a mentor—"Slow down. You're not that important"—and how to find the critical balance between confidence and humility. Check out the company: https://red-chocolate.com

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🕒 CHAPTERS

00:00 - Ego: The Double-Edged Sword of Every Founder

03:01 - How a 4-Hour Meeting Led Me to a Global Chocolate Company

08:53 - You Need Ego to Drive You, But Humility to Lead

14:40 - A Mentor's Brutal Advice: "Slow down. You're not that important."

17:44 - How to Check Your Ego at the Door as a Leader

20:42 - Our Rule: Everyone Has a Seat at the Table

23:44 - A Story of Ego Inflation (And the Humbling That Followed)

26:51 - The Wake-Up Call That Deflates Your Ego

33:08 - The Final Lesson: Find the Balance

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