STOP Getting Advice From The Wrong People!

The podcast discusses the importance of seeking advice from individuals whose lives one would want to emulate, emphasizing that blindly following advice from loved ones or mentors without considering their expertise can be detrimental. The speaker highlights his personal experiences, including working at a suicide hotline and building his business, illustrating the benefits of being coachable and following advice from knowledgeable individuals, even when the advice seems counterintuitive, and ultimately emphasizes the importance of being patient and persistent when pursuing goals.

Advice from the right people

• 00:00:04 The speaker asserts that one should only seek advice from those whose lives they would trade places with. He contends that blindly following advice without considering the advisor's expertise can be detrimental. The speaker argues that true mentorship is often unofficial and emerges from observing and implementing advice from someone whose success aligns with one's own aspirations.

The Voss Family Model

• 00:05:09 The Voss family operates under a model characterized by a 'can-do' attitude, an emphasis on hard work, and the tendency to question the difficulty of tasks with the phrase 'how hard could it be?' While this approach often drives success, it can also lead to unforeseen challenges, suggesting the importance of cautious optimism.

Coachability

• 00:08:15 The speaker emphasizes the significance of being coachable, demonstrating a willingness to learn from others. He explains that being coachable often involves accepting advice that might seem illogical at first, showing humility and patience. The speaker illustrates this point with his experience at a business club where he attended breakfast daily for a month, finally receiving valuable opportunities because of his demonstrated coachability.

Suicide Hotline Experience

• 00:09:47 The speaker shares his experience working at a suicide hotline for a year, emphasizing the importance of having a learning objective when undertaking challenging tasks. He highlights that helping others, while a noble pursuit, can lead to burnout if it's the only motivating factor. The speaker also stresses that the desire to help can be hindered when individuals are unwilling to accept help.

Altruism and the Invisible World

• 00:13:20 The speaker acknowledges the potential for burnout in individuals who are highly altruistic. He explains that the impact of altruistic efforts may not always be immediately visible, which can lead to feelings of being punished for one's good deeds. The speaker suggests that fostering a 'Karma bank' mentality can provide a more sustainable approach to helping others.