We love rebels and people who challenge the status quo, conventional wisdom and mainstream narratives and so we asked some really bright folks to tell us about one piece of conventional advice they disagree with.

Vaughnthabest

You can only have one “niche” to succeed on social media platforms. On my Vaughnthabest YouTube channel, I create music reviews, Tha Jvaughnology Podcast, and lifestyle content. I know in my spirit that one day someone will stumble on my content, wanting to hear a different perspective and view of life. And me keeping a certain niche or opinion would keep me in a box that I refuse to stay in. Every second, minute, and hour, people and perspectives are changing to help us all grow. Even on my TikTok profile, I dive more into mental health and a hint of fashion, so all sides of me will show to my views and supporters. I truly believe that not one person should be put in a box with a specific niche because humans are all multifaceted in their own way. Different perspectives keep the world going.  Read more>>

Elizabeth Beck

One piece of conventional advice that I disagree with is the notion that “you should always put others’ needs before your own.” While it’s important to be considerate and supportive of others, consistently neglecting your own needs can lead to burnout and resentment. As a mom of two young children, it’s easy to fall into the trap of constantly prioritizing my family’s needs over my own. However, I’ve learned that consistently neglecting my own well-being makes it harder to be the mom and wife I want to be. Read more>>

Lisa Buice | Co-founder & Principal Consultant

While conventional advice that one should “ask good questions” is well intended, I believe it’s flawed. The idea that questions be qualified as good or bad is counter to the fundamental nature of inquiry. Focusing on asking “good” questions can stifle curiosity, discourage growth and learning, and create fear of judgment. The irony is that I’ve been credited for asking good questions my entire career but it’s not because I’m trying to identify the “good” questions; it’s because I focus on two key things: Read more>>