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051 - Does Being a Good Person Make You a Worse Competitor?

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Balancing Delusion, Confidence, and Ethics in Competitive Pursuits

The chapter explores the necessity of delusion and confidence in entrepreneurship, touching upon how it can lead to fraud or unethical behavior. It delves into the importance of maintaining a balance between selflessness and selfishness in sports and other competitive fields, emphasizing the significance of finding the right mix for success. The discussion also addresses the ethical considerations of using performance-enhancing substances in sports, using the example of Lance Armstrong's doping scandal to illustrate the impact on athletes and those around them.

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