Inexperienced Doesn’t Mean Stupid…

Summary

• Just because somebody is inexperienced doesn't mean they're not smart.
• I should ask smart people who are just inexperienced for advice.
• Experienced and smart people might focus too much on what doesn't work, which isn't always helpful.
• I don't need more people telling me what doesn't work; I can figure that out myself.
• Sometimes, smart but less experienced people give better answers than those who are both experienced and smart.
• I wouldn't ask someone who is both inexperienced and not smart.

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How To Take Action

I would suggest implementing a strategy where you seek advice from smart but less experienced people. They often have fresh perspectives that can lead to better answers and innovative solutions for your business or personal growth.

A good way of doing this is by identifying smart, innovative thinkers who may not have a wealth of experience but show great potential. This could be young entrepreneurs, recent graduates, or even your own less experienced team members. By including them in brainstorming sessions or strategy meetings, you open up new avenues for creativity and problem-solving.

Make a practice of avoiding the trap of relying solely on experienced individuals who might focus on what didn’t work in the past. Use this to your advantage by allowing yourself to think about potential pitfalls, but don’t let it stymie your progress. Instead, actively seek out new, smart voices to balance this perspective.

Another valuable action is to create opportunities for these less experienced but smart individuals to share their ideas confidently. For instance, set up regular “innovation hours” where they can present new ideas without fear of criticism. This approach creates an encouraging environment and allows you to tap into their potential.

Finally, keep clear boundaries on whose advice you seek. Avoid asking for insights from those who are both inexperienced and not smart, as this won’t add value to your decision-making process.

By integrating these strategies, you leverage the innovative thinking of smart but less experienced individuals, fostering creativity, and forward-thinking in your business or personal development.

Full Transcript

just because somebody's inexperienced doesn't mean they're stupid so why would I not ask smart people who are just inexperienced I think a lot of the times people who are experienced and smart are actually the most dangerous to ask because they're smart enough and experienced enough to say all the things that don't work I don't need more people telling me what doesn't work I get to think about that on my own time people who are smart and less experienced sometimes give me better answers than people who are more experienced and smart now I wouldn't ask somebody who's inexperience and stupid