The Worst Advice I Ever Got

Sean Taylor
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Welcome to The Worst Advice I Ever Got hosted by Sean Taylor. This show will feature in-depth discussions with diverse guests, exploring the unconventional side of guidance – the worst advice they've ever got. Together, we'll extract valuable insights from these unique experiences, offering you a roadmap to discerning what advice to embrace and what to ignore. The Worst Advice I Ever Got is not just about the missteps; it's a journey through the unexpected lessons found within the less-than-ideal moments. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on success and learn how to navigate the complexities of advice.

  1. 4d ago

    Don't Marry Her - Todd Musselman

    “Don’t marry her.” Todd Musselman’s two best friends had watched his relationship fall apart, and they had good reasons to tell him to walk away. He understood every one of them. He married her anyway. Thirty-two years later, Todd joins Sean and JB to share the story behind that decision, including the uncomfortable question that changed how he saw his own role in the relationship. The speaker and executive coach talks candidly about betrayal, forgiveness, losing his family business, and why he’s grateful for experiences he never would have chosen. It’s a conversation about second chances and what being right can cost you. The Worst Advice I Ever Got is brought to you by Smith + Howard. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction to Todd Musselman(00:00:45) - The Worst Advice: Don't Marry Her(00:02:32) - Meeting Beth and Early Relationship(00:03:55) - The Breakup and Devastation(00:05:37) - Meeting Frances the Healer(00:07:10) - The Drive Home: A Life-Changing Realization(00:07:57) - Reconciliation and Rebuilding Trust(00:08:47) - Friends' Reaction and Deciding to Marry(00:11:26) - Reflecting on Never Say Never and Humility(00:12:33) - Was It Really Bad Advice?(00:13:34) - The Wedding Officiated by the Same Friends(00:15:10) - JB's Crocs Story - A Different Kind of Advice(00:16:17) - Trusting Your Gut and Family Foundations(00:17:27) - The Three Steps: Acceptance, Forgiveness, Gratitude(00:19:30) - Applying the Lessons to Business Bankruptcy(00:20:21) - Getting Through vs Getting From Life's Hardships(00:22:22) - Parenting Through Pain Without Fixing It(00:24:09) - Closing Thoughts and Gratitude(00:24:45) - Recap and Takeaways from the Episode

    Don't Marry Her - Todd Musselman

  2. Sep 25

    Max Out Your Retirement Accounts - Shari Rash

    Shari Rash was earning six figures, saving for retirement, and buying a home. Then a $1,000 car repair left her wondering why she felt broke. The worst advice she ever got? “Max our your retirement accounts.” The financial planner and founder of GWA Wealth joins Sean and JB to explain how following seemingly responsible advice left her unprepared for the life happening before retirement. They talk about the limits of generic money advice, the pressure to understand finances nobody taught you, and why a good financial plan starts with your actual goals. The Worst Advice I Ever Got is brought to you by Smith + Howard. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction to Sherry Rash(00:00:52) - The Worst Advice: Max Out Retirement First(00:04:14) - Sherry's 2008 Lightbulb Moment(00:06:28) - The Liquidity Trap: Rich on Paper, Cash Poor(00:08:45) - Emotional Toll of Money, Especially for Women(00:10:24) - Balancing Retirement Savings with Life Happening Now(00:12:41) - Building a Flexible Financial Process(00:13:53) - Generic Advice vs Personalized Financial Planning(00:15:02) - Social Media, Podcasts, and Bad Financial Advice(00:16:56) - Employer Match and Retirement Contribution Basics(00:18:35) - Getting Started: Advice for Young Professionals(00:20:44) - Why Budgets Don't Work for Most People(00:22:57) - The Case for Financial Education and Planners(00:24:06) - How to Choose the Right Financial Advisor(00:25:27) - Defining Your Own Right Financial Path(00:26:53) - Closing and How to Reach Sherry

    Max Out Your Retirement Accounts - Shari Rash

  3. Sep 18

    Charge The Going Rate - Tom Reber

    When Tom Rebers was told to "charge the going rate," it sounded safe and reasonable. But playing it safe nearly cost him his business. In this episode of The Worst Advice I Ever Got, Tom shares how he learned to set his own value, stop following industry norms, and build a business that actually works for him. If you’ve ever underpriced yourself or felt stuck following “what everyone else does,” this one’s for you. Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction to Tom Reber and the Contractor Fight(00:00:59) - The Worst Advice: Charging the Going Rate(00:01:52) - Understanding the Going Rate Trap(00:02:48) - Origin of the Bad Advice and Early Pricing Mistakes(00:04:24) - Years of Being Busy But Broke(00:07:37) - Trying to Fix the Wrong Problems(00:08:47) - Head Trash and Limiting Beliefs About Worth(00:11:27) - Fear, Mindset, and the Reticular Activating System(00:13:33) - The Christmas Morning Wake-Up Call(00:15:12) - Building Loyalty Through Client Touches(00:17:00) - Defining the Ideal Customer(00:18:55) - Where to Find the Contractor Fight(00:19:30) - Closing Thoughts and Reflection

    Charge The Going Rate - Tom Reber

  4. Sep 11

    Hard Work Speaks For Itself - Ovie Mughelli

    The NFL is back and here to talk the worst advice he's ever got is former Atlanta Falcons FB, Ovie Mughelli.  Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction to Obi Mahali(00:00:49) - The Worst Advice: Hard Work Speaks for Itself(00:01:40) - High School Stardom and College Transition(00:03:59) - Fighting for a D1 Scholarship(00:05:38) - Realizing Hard Work Isn't Enough(00:07:02) - NFL Politics in Baltimore(00:08:56) - Learning to Advocate with Coaches(00:09:41) - Earning the Starting Role(00:11:20) - Tough Season in Atlanta(00:13:54) - Advocacy After Football(00:14:55) - Campaigning for the Pro Bowl(00:16:27) - Transition to Healthcare and Benefits Work(00:17:42) - Overcoming the Jock Stereotype(00:19:10) - Reinvention and Business Impact(00:19:53) - The Universal Lesson: Hard Work Plus Advocacy(00:22:17) - Closing Thoughts and Takeaways

    Hard Work Speaks For Itself - Ovie Mughelli

  5. Sep 4

    Take Advantage of Every Opportunity - Danny Wuerffel

    College football national champion and Heisman winning quarter back Danny Wuerffel took advantage of every opportunity and it turned him into a star. Now he thinks that was the worst advice he ever got.  Chapters (00:00:05) - Former Heisman Winning Quarterback Danny Werfel on the Worst Advice(00:00:29) - The Worst Advice You Ever Got(00:01:40) - Tom Brady on Taking a Break From Work(00:08:58) - Danny Glover on Reaching Out to Others(00:11:45) - Teaching Parents to Evaluate Their Own Opportunities(00:18:35) - Danny Glover on Taking Advantage of Every Opportunity(00:19:17) - Danny Glover on Taking Advantage of Every Opportunity

    Take Advantage of Every Opportunity - Danny Wuerffel

  6. Aug 28

    Always Listen To Your Coach - Max Wein

    TPG recently invested in Smith + Howard, bringing together two successful organizations that believe the right partnership should make both sides better. In this episode, Sean sits down with TPG Growth partner Max Wein to talk about what that partnership can become and the lesson that shaped the way Max approaches leadership, teamwork and growth. Max’s worst advice was simple: “Always listen to your coach.” It helped him succeed as a collegiate basketball player and young professional, but it also taught him to follow directions instead of trusting his own judgment. Max explains why respect doesn’t require silence, how healthy disagreement strengthens a team and why doing everything you’re told isn’t the same as making the team better.

    Always Listen To Your Coach - Max Wein

  7. Aug 21

    If You Build It, They Will Come - Daniel Johnson

    Chapters (00:00:00) - The Worst Advice I Ever Got(00:01:07) - What's The Worst Advice You Ever Got?(00:03:05) - In the Elevator With Daniel Kahneman(00:04:04) - What Was the First Thing That You Built?(00:05:34) - What are the common traits of a failure in a startup?(00:10:07) - In the Elevator With Elon Musk(00:13:20) - How Much Does Emotion Affect Your Sales?(00:16:16) - What's the Most Common Mistake Made by an Entrepreneur?(00:21:09) - Daniel Johnson on The Inventor Podcast

    If You Build It, They Will Come - Daniel Johnson

  8. Aug 14

    Emotions Don't Belong In The Cockpit - Kyle Frieburger

    Kyle followed that rule for years, becoming a decorated airline pilot by shutting his feelings down. But eventually he realized the truth: every decision we make, whether in the air or on the ground, is fueled by emotions. Suppressing them doesn’t make us stronger, it makes us weaker. In this episode, Kyle shares how unlearning that advice changed his career, his relationships, and his entire approach to leadership. We talk about emotional intelligence, stress as a superpower, why control is a myth, and why real leaders act more like lighthouses than tugboats. It’s a conversation for anyone who’s been told to “tough it out” or “leave feelings at the door.” Turns out, emotions aren’t the problem. They’re the key. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Worst Advice I Ever Got(00:00:58) - No Room for Emotions in the Pilot's Cabin(00:03:15) - "I Suppressing My Emotions For My Father"(00:04:59) - Understanding Emotions in the Pilot's Seat(00:10:38) - Mental health: The practice of it(00:11:41) - Physical Safety and Psychological Safety(00:14:13) - Control Your Emotions(00:16:13) - How do emotions play a part in leadership or(00:21:39) - How to Win with a Difficult Dad(00:23:28) - Want to Be Emotionless? You Can't Do That

    Emotions Don't Belong In The Cockpit - Kyle Frieburger
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Welcome to The Worst Advice I Ever Got hosted by Sean Taylor. This show will feature in-depth discussions with diverse guests, exploring the unconventional side of guidance – the worst advice they've ever got. Together, we'll extract valuable insights from these unique experiences, offering you a roadmap to discerning what advice to embrace and what to ignore. The Worst Advice I Ever Got is not just about the missteps; it's a journey through the unexpected lessons found within the less-than-ideal moments. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on success and learn how to navigate the complexities of advice.

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