Why Smart People Make Bad Investment Decisions (EP.258)
About this episode
This episode explores why intelligence and confidence do not shield investors from bias and emphasizes the importance of a sound decision-making process.
Get updates for my new book here: https://Theperfectportfoliobook.com ----- In this episode, we look at why intelligence, information, and confidence are not enough to protect investors from bias — and why a sound process matters more than feeling certain. I'll also preview one of the core ideas from my upcoming book, The Perfect Portfolio, and share how to follow along as the book comes together. Listen now and learn: ► Why intelligence does not automatically protect investors from biased thinking ► How more information can sometimes create confidence without improving decisions ► Why judging investment choices by outcomes can lead to the wrong lessons ► How a better decision process can help investors navigate uncertainty more effectively Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant ( https://thepodcastconsultant.com ) Disclosure: This content, which contains security-related opinions and/or information, is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon in any manner as professional advice, or an endorsement…
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