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November 15, 2005
Get the Wisdom of the Wise
Posted by Brian Zopf | Filed under: Business
I have learned the wisdom of having a few, well-trusted advisors to serve as a sounding board.
A couple words of caution:
1. Choose only a few... 2-3 tops. "Too many cooks spoil the broth," so to speak. And in the end you'll be more conflicted/confused than you were in the beginning.
2. Be completely honest in showing your hand. How can others help you if you're holding back? Show 'em warts and all. (Hey, that's why you only have a few!)
Seeing yourself through someone else's eyes is a rare and wonderful gift. Keep in mind that we always make excuses for ourselves. Everything we do makes sense and seems right to us when we're the one who's doing it! But if you're open to criticism, the reflection of yourself in others is one of the keys to innovation and progress. After all, no one does everything well.
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