People love giving you advice. But I’m convinced most types of advice aren’t helpful. In fact, I even dread hearing unsolicited advice.
At the same time, though, I know advice is super valuable. It just has to be the right kind. Here are three types of people who will give you the advice that can help you do amazing things. Heed their advice and things will go well.
1. Those who inspire you.
If you see someone whose life you wish to emulate, get close to them. When you leave their presence ready to reach for the stars – filled with encouragement – you can be sure those are the types of people whose advice you can listen to. Don’t waste time with people who don’t inspire you.
2. Those who have successfully navigated tragedy.
When a person can navigate tragedy – tragedy that wasn’t self inflicted – and still trust and love God, you know they’re made of the type of material you want in your life. Those are the types of people who will give you golden nuggets of advice. Listen closely and guard the wisdom close to your heart.
3. Those who have proven themselves longterm.
Finally, you want to see the long-term fruit from people’s lives. You might see people who seem successful in the short-run, but beware. Fame and fortune don’t guarantee a successful life. Often the things they had to do to earn the fame and fortune are things that will ultimately destroy their life.
Instead, you want people who have stood the test of time. Look at their health, the health of their family, and the relationships they have. If they leave a trail of dead bodies in their wake, stay away. But if they leave a legacy of peace, you can listen to them.
It’s important that you choose carefully who you listen to. Bad advice from the wrong people can lead you astray. But great advice can make plans succeed.