Some People Want What's Best For You But Don't Know What's Best For You

Summary

In this episode, Nathan Crankfield discusses the critical importance of being selective about who we take advice from. 

He emphasizes that advice should come from individuals who have achieved success in the areas we seek guidance in, while also acknowledging the value of learning from those who have faced failures.

 Nathan advocates for building a diverse board of advisors to navigate life's challenges effectively, highlighting the balance between seeking multiple perspectives and avoiding information overload.

Takeaways

-Be intentional about who you seek advice from.

-Advice should come from those who are successful in relevant areas.

-Learning from failures can be as valuable as learning from successes.

-Avoid taking advice from people who are not where you want to be.

-Having multiple counselors can lead to better decision-making.

-It's important to have a diverse board of advisors for different life areas.

-You can learn from mentors, even if you don't know them personally.

-Your board of directors should include people who genuinely care about your success.

-Don't default to family or friends for advice without considering their qualifications.

-You are the CEO of your life; choose your advisors wisely.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Selective Advice

04:38 Finding the Right Advisors

08:55 Building Your Board of Advisors