Naval

Reject Most Advice

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May 20, 2019
Most advice is often misleading, like lottery ticket numbers. The best founders weigh advice carefully, ultimately trusting their own intuition. It's essential to create personal guidelines for evaluating others' insights. Understanding that advice isn't one-size-fits-all allows for better decision-making and personal growth. Each person's journey is unique, making discernment key.
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ADVICE

Reject Quick Success Advice

  • Be wary of advice from people who achieved success quickly.
  • Their methods might not be generally applicable.
ADVICE

Form Your Own Opinion

  • Listen to everyone and absorb information from various sources.
  • Ultimately, form your own judgment and discard irrelevant advice.
INSIGHT

Advice Cancels to Zero

  • If you gather enough opinions, all the advice will ultimately cancel out.
  • It becomes crucial to develop your own independent perspective.
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