In this episode of Ace of Insight, we explore why even the most data-driven leaders fall into decision traps—not because they lack information, but because emotions quietly shape their judgment.

Discover how three common emotional biases—the Sunk Cost Fallacy, Loss Aversion, and Action Bias—can sabotage business choices, prolong bad bets, and trigger unnecessary moves.

You’ll learn:• Why past investments distort future thinking• How fear of loss locks teams into the status quo• When doing nothing is actually the smartest move

If you're serious about making better decisions under pressure, this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode of Ace of Insight, we expose the hidden cognitive biases that sabotage entrepreneurs from the inside out. From overconfidence to confirmation bias, discover the mental trap duos that can quietly destroy your venture—before you even see them coming. Serial entrepreneur Pete Gambitt shares real-world stories and survival strategies to help you navigate the mental minefield and make smarter, bias-proof decisions.

What do business, poker, and ancient warfare have in common? Strategy. And if you’re playing without it, you’re already losing.

In this episode, we break down five battle-tested rules from Sun Tzu’s The Art of War—rules that don’t just apply to war, but to winning in tech, startups, and high-stakes business.

🔹 Poker pro Kathy reveals how these strategies play out at the table—where every move can mean cashing in or busting out.🔹 Entrepreneur Pete Gambitt shares real-world lessons from the startup trenches—outmaneuvering competitors, knowing when to fold, and playing from the high ground.

From reading your competition to making your move before they do, this is The Entrepreneur’s Playbook—where the smartest player doesn’t just play the game, they control it.

🎙️ Tune in and learn how to think like a general, bet like a poker pro, and win like an entrepreneur.

Success in business isn’t about playing the perfect game—it’s about playing the best hand with the cards you’re dealt. In this episode, Pete Gambit dives into why entrepreneurs must think like poker players, not chess masters.

We explore:
♠️ Why decision-making is about probabilities, not certainties
♠️ How to separate good decisions from good outcomes
♠️ The "Cockroach Approach" to building resilient businesses
♠️ How to read people and make better bets in business

For years, business was seen as a game of chess—strategic, methodical, and ruled by logic. But what if that’s the wrong analogy? In this episode, Pete Gambit breaks down a game-changing insight: business isn’t chess—it’s poker.

Unlike chess, where every piece, move, and rule is visible, business operates in a world of uncertainty—hidden information, shifting odds, and unpredictable players. The best entrepreneurs don’t just think moves ahead; they read the table, weigh risks, and make smart bets.