Rework
Be Careful Who You Listen To
Wed Jul 19 2023Description
The episode explores the importance of filtering advice based on experience, finding originality and avoiding duplication, determining expertise and collecting advice, and applying past advice to make decisions. It emphasizes the value of current and present experience, cultivating originality, and being cautious of homogenization caused by online platforms. The episode also discusses the challenges of determining expertise in the digital age and highlights the significance of encouragement in decision-making.
Insights
Filtering Advice Based on Experience
Advice should be filtered based on the person's current or recent experience. Current and present experience is a better indicator of useful advice. Opinions and points of view shared by people may not be based on recent experience. The internet craves content, leading to opinions and advice without actual experience.
Finding Originality and Avoiding Duplication
Approaching things with fresh eyes can bring originality and unique perspectives. Following prescribed paths limits originality; cultivating originality is important. Doubling down on originality is important, as taking advice from others may not yield the same results. Online platforms like Pinterest and Instagram can homogenize culture and thinking, leading to duplication of aesthetics.
Determining Expertise and Collecting Advice
With the internet, anyone can make themselves out to be an expert. Some people are experts in making themselves appear to be experts. Credentials don't necessarily determine expertise. Collecting mentors may not always lead to progress; being a newbie has its benefits.
Applying Past Advice and Making Decisions
When taking advice from the past, it requires contextualization and translation to apply it to the present. Throwing the ball without overthinking can lead to better results in certain situations. Encouragement is often more important than the specific content of advice. The book 'Maverick' by Ricardo Semler provided confidence for making unconventional decisions.
Chapters
- Filtering Advice Based on Experience
- Finding Originality and Avoiding Duplication
- Determining Expertise and Collecting Advice
- Applying Past Advice and Making Decisions
Filtering Advice Based on Experience
00:00 - 07:01
- Advice should be filtered based on the person's current or recent experience.
- Current and present experience is a better indicator of useful advice.
- Opinions and points of view shared by people may not be based on recent experience.
- The internet craves content, leading to opinions and advice without actual experience.
Finding Originality and Avoiding Duplication
06:50 - 13:34
- Approaching things with fresh eyes can bring originality and unique perspectives.
- Following prescribed paths limits originality; cultivating originality is important.
- Doubling down on originality is important, as taking advice from others may not yield the same results.
- Online platforms like Pinterest and Instagram can homogenize culture and thinking, leading to duplication of aesthetics.
Determining Expertise and Collecting Advice
13:17 - 19:54
- With the internet, anyone can make themselves out to be an expert
- Some people are experts in making themselves appear to be experts
- Credentials don't necessarily determine expertise
- Collecting mentors may not always lead to progress; being a newbie has its benefits.
Applying Past Advice and Making Decisions
19:30 - 24:14
- When taking advice from the past, it requires contextualization and translation to apply it to the present.
- Throwing the ball without overthinking can lead to better results in certain situations.
- Encouragement is often more important than the specific content of advice.
- The book 'Maverick' by Ricardo Semler provided confidence for making unconventional decisions.