Don't Take the Wrong Advice (When to Follow & When to Lead)
In this episode, Jake and Andre discuss the importance of learning from others and when it is useful to follow their advice.
They highlight three signs of when you should follow someone's advice: ensuring they have proven results, aligning values with mentors, and choosing a path that aligns with your goals. They emphasize the value of testimonials and understanding the incentives of those offering advice.
They also discuss the importance of trusting your gut and being cautious when you have a bad feeling about someone. The episode concludes with the reminder to apply these lessons to decision making and learning from the right people.
Takeaways
- Ensure mentors have proven results and others have achieved success through their guidance.
- Align your values with those of your mentors to ensure their advice resonates with you.
- Choose a path that aligns with your goals and the expertise of your mentors.
- Understand the incentives of those offering advice and ensure they are aligned with your best interests.
- Trust your gut and be cautious when you have a bad feeling about someone.
- Apply these lessons to your decision making to learn from the right people.