Over these last few weeks,

in a few key 1:1 conversations

with executive and entrepreneur coaching clients

as well as colleagues at our NSA (National Speakers Association)

conference in Austin last week,

I’ve heard a variety of references

to outside advice people received

and were questioning—rightfully so.

If you’re struggling with input you’ve recently received,

this brief excerpt from my book might help.

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Whenever advice arrives in your orbit

—solicited or not—

you must filter it carefully.

Here are three variables to consider:

1. How does it feel (now and over time)?
2. Who is giving the advice?
3. Is it in line with where you think you want to go?

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There’s a lot more to say on this topic

and many added nuances,

but those three questions will get you started.

Risk Forward & Rock On,

P.S. On the note of feelings, one important caveat: there’s a famous quote by Gloria Steinem which I love. “The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off.” So… be discerning.