The Worst Advice I Ever Got

Women Can't Have it All - Hala Moddelmog

Sean Taylor — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Early in her career, Hala Moddelmog was told something that stopped a lot of people before they even start.

Women can’t have it all.

She heard it at the exact moment she had the chance to step into a top leadership role. And instead of backing off, she decided to go for it anyway.

She went on to lead major organizations, build an incredible career, and raise a family along the way.

This episode is about what it actually means to “have it all,” what it really costs, and why letting someone else define your limits might be the worst advice of all.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - The Worst Advice I Ever Got
(00:00:56) - Wonders of the World:
(00:05:43) - Have You Got It All?
(00:11:20) - Had It All: Marian Woodruff
(00:15:11) - Helena Smith on Trying to Have It All
(00:18:15) - The Worst Advice I Ever Got

Your Body Is Your Credibility - Jamie Mantzouridus

Sean Taylor — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Early in his career, Jamie Mantzouridis was told something that actually made sense.

If you want to be taken seriously as a trainer, you need to look the part.

So he went all in.

He transformed his body, built credibility fast, and started getting results. But the deeper he went, the harder it became to see where the line was between discipline and damage.

This episode is about what happens when the thing that makes you credible starts to cost you more than it’s worth.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Best Advice I Ever Got
(00:00:44) - The Worst Advice You Ever Got
(00:02:49) - Back to college: The partying and the work
(00:03:49) - What did your life look like after you left university?
(00:05:19) - Becoming a Personal Trainer Was An Instant Decision
(00:10:20) - Diabetes Survivor on Taking Steroids
(00:14:52) - The Biggest Bodybuilder Coach's Transformation
(00:17:34) - The Secret to Becoming a Personal Trainer
(00:20:42) - The Worst Advice I Ever Got

Don't Be Too Girly - Kacie Lett Gordon

Sean Taylor — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Early in her career, one comment from a CEO changed how Kacie Lett Gordon showed up at work. And like a lot of bad advice, it worked. She climbed fast, became a senior leader, and checked all the boxes.

But over time, that version of success started to cost her.

This episode is about what happens when you realize the advice that helped you succeed isn’t something you want to keep.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - The Worst Advice I Ever Got
(00:00:44) - The Worst Advice You Ever Got
(00:05:37) - Working Mother's Experiences
(00:08:18) - How I Made a Different Kind of Pivot
(00:12:31) - The Worst Advice You Ever Got
(00:19:22) - What are the things that every single person on the planet can embody
(00:24:10) - The Worst Advice I Ever Got

You Can't Have A Career Using Math - Tyler Zachem

Sean Taylor — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

What happens when a single test score starts shaping your entire life?
This week’s guest, Tyler Zachem, grew up hearing that he should avoid anything involving numbers. Bad math grades. Low SAT scores. All of it pointed him away from finance and toward a career he did not actually want.

Tyler shares how that early message boxed him in and how he slowly learned to trust something deeper than a score. He takes us inside his curiosity for investing, private equity, and entrepreneurship, and explains how following that instinct opened the doors that ended up defining his life.

In this conversation, we talk about the danger of letting labels decide your future, the difference between being good at math and being good with numbers, and why your career should expand instead of narrow when you are young.

If you have ever felt limited by a grade or a comparison, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air.

Listen to Tyler’s story on The Worst Advice I Ever Got.

New Years Resolutions

Sean Taylor — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Sean and JB reflect on the past year and talk about New Years resolutions, and specfically why they are chock full of the worst advice you ever got.

The Worst Advice Holiday Episode!

Sean Taylor — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

It’s the first ever holiday panel on The Worst Advice I Ever Got. Sean and JB sit down with four members of the Smith + Howard family of companies to talk through the bad holiday advice that shaped their most memorable seasons. From the pressure to keep the magic of Santa alive, to gift giving lessons that go sideways, to the chaos of Elf on the Shelf, each guest brings a story that starts with good intentions and ends with a hard earned lesson.

This special episode is funny, honest, and full of moments every parent and holiday host will recognize. A perfect way to wrap up the year with real stories from real people who learned the hard way that holiday advice is rarely as simple as it sounds.

Happy Holidays from The Worst Advice I Ever Got.

A Jack Of All Trades Is A Master Of None (Re-Release) - Josh Mancuso

Sean Taylor — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Actor, comedian, filmmaker, and college-football-internet legend Josh Mancuso joins us to unpack the classic piece of bad advice: “A jack of all trades is a master of none.”

Josh breaks down why that mindset almost boxed him in, how trying lots of things actually moved his career forward, and why it’s never too late to start the project you’ve been sitting on. He talks family, creativity, burnout, mascots, viral videos, and chasing a dream on your own terms.

If you’re feeling stretched thin, pulled in twelve directions, or just trying to remember what month it is, this episode is the perfect reset.

A great listen for creatives, multi-hyphenates, sports fans, and anyone figuring out their next move.

Tune in and enjoy this special re-release as we get ready for the big holiday episode of The Worst Advice I Ever Got.

Hard Work Speaks For Itself - Ovie Mughelli

Sean Taylor — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000

On the surface, it sounds perfect. Work hard and you will be successful. How could that possibly be bad advice? That is exactly what Ovie Mughelli believed. He carried that idea through high school, college football, and then into the NFL. Hard work was the plan. Hard work was supposed to be enough.

Except it wasn’t.

Ovie learned the hard truth. Hard work does not speak for itself. Hard work puts you in the room, but it does not guarantee anyone will notice you once you get there. If you do not advocate for yourself, someone else will gladly take the opportunity you hoped your effort alone would earn.

Ovie eventually became the highest paid fullback in the league and a Pro Bowler, but only after he learned when to speak up, when to ask for the chance, and how to be ready when that moment arrived.

In this episode, he breaks down why effort alone is a trap, why silence can stall your career, and why confidence plus preparation is the real equation for success.

If you have ever believed that working harder would automatically get you where you want to go, Ovie’s story will open your eyes.

Listen now on The Worst Advice I Ever Got.

Go To College, It Will Change Your Life - Roy Keely

Sean Taylor — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Roy Keely grew up being told that college was the only path that mattered. The worst advice he ever got was to chase the traditional route at all costs, even when it didn’t fit. He tried to follow it. He tried to force it. It never worked.

What did work was everything he learned outside the classroom. Roy built his career through experience, curiosity, and a willingness to step into the unknown. Today he is the founder of Firm Studio, where he helps companies reclaim their product strategies and build technology with intention instead of guesswork.

In this episode, Roy talks about the moment he realized that the “safe path” was not actually safe at all, why doing the work beats talking about the work, and how he created a life and career that made sense for who he is instead of who he was expected to be.

If you have ever questioned the traditional blueprint for success, Roy’s story will speak directly to you.

Listen now on The Worst Advice I Ever Got.

Don't Laugh So Much - Carla McCall

Sean Taylor — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Carla McCall spent years believing the worst advice she ever got: “Don’t laugh so much.” It came early in her career and it came from someone she thought she had to listen to. The message was simple. Fit in. Blend in. Tone it down.

Carla did the opposite. Today she is the Managing Partner of AAFCPAs, a top firm known for innovation, inclusion, and a culture that actually values people for who they are. She has been recognized as one of the most powerful women in the accounting profession and has built a career by leading with authenticity instead of fear.

In this episode, Carla shares how she learned to trust her voice, why humor became her superpower, and why shrinking yourself is never the path to real leadership.

If you have ever felt pressure to tone yourself down or play it safe, this conversation will stay with you.

Listen to Carla’s full story now on The Worst Advice I Ever Got.

Look Outside Yourself As You Grow - Ripley Rader

Sean Taylor — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:01:00 +0000

When Ripley Rader was told to trust consultants and experts instead of her own instincts, she almost lost sight of what made her brand special. Instead, she doubled down on her vision—building her company from a $100 Shopify template into one of fashion’s fastest-growing names.

In this episode, Ripley shares how trusting herself over “the pros” became her biggest competitive edge. She talks about the myth of the expert, the power of failure, and why every woman deserves a little “delusional self-confidence.”

Hosted by Sean Taylor
Produced by JB
Presented by Smith + Howard

You Need A Degree To Be Somebody - Mehrnush Saadat

Sean Taylor — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:01:00 +0000

Mehrnush Saadat grew up with one message: to be somebody, you had to be a doctor, lawyer, or engineer. She followed that path into real estate law, even merging her firm with a larger one, but found herself burned out, in pain, and questioning everything. A herniated disc, a New Year’s Eve epiphany, and her passion for plant-based health led her to launch Sober ish, a cannabis and non-alcoholic bottle shop redefining what success looks like. In this episode, she shares how health, happiness, and authenticity matter more than any title

Be The Expert - Joy Youell

Sean Taylor — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:01:00 +0000

Joy Youell was told to ‘become an expert.’ Starting college at 14, she was pushed toward hyper-specialization and a life of academia. But a detour working with the UN in Sudan—and the realization that expertise alone can isolate rather than connect—changed her path. Joy shares how leaving the pursuit of being the expert opened the door to curiosity, leadership, and a life defined by usefulness, not titles.

At Home, Think Only Of Family. At Work, Think Only Of Business. - Sam Reese

Sean Taylor — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 04:01:00 +0000

Sam Reese, CEO of Vistage, shares how the worst advice he ever got—‘separate work and family completely’—shaped years of overwork, ego, and missed moments. In this candid conversation, Sam reflects on burnout, regret, and the shift from compartmentalization to integration, showing why being a whole person matters more than playing separate roles.

Don't Sell Your House For Fancy Firewood - Leroy Hite

Sean Taylor — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:01:00 +0000

Leroy Hite turned ‘fancy firewood’ from a laughable idea into a luxury brand. In this episode, he shares how faith, grit, and one bold decision—selling his house to save his business—transformed Cutting Edge Firewood into a national success.

Do What Makes You Happy (Re-Released)

Sean Taylor — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:13:42 +0000

Chris Cleveland, Head of School at Wesleyan, looks back on the worst advice he ever got: “Do what makes you happy.”

On the surface, it sounds harmless—even good. But in this episode of The Worst Advice I Ever Got, Chris explains how chasing happiness alone can lead to shallow choices, and why purpose, responsibility, and faith create something deeper and more sustaining.

It’s an honest conversation about leadership, values, and the difference between living for happiness and living for meaning.

Emotions Don't Belong In The Cockpit - Kyle Frieburger

Sean Taylor — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 04:02:00 +0000

Kyle followed that rule for years, becoming a decorated airline pilot by shutting his feelings down. But eventually he realized the truth: every decision we make, whether in the air or on the ground, is fueled by emotions. Suppressing them doesn’t make us stronger, it makes us weaker.

In this episode, Kyle shares how unlearning that advice changed his career, his relationships, and his entire approach to leadership. We talk about emotional intelligence, stress as a superpower, why control is a myth, and why real leaders act more like lighthouses than tugboats.

It’s a conversation for anyone who’s been told to “tough it out” or “leave feelings at the door.” Turns out, emotions aren’t the problem. They’re the key.

Eat Less, Exercise More - Sammy Williams

Sean Taylor — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:01:00 +0000

“The worst advice I ever got was, exercise more and eat less.”

Sammy Williams shares how that advice, repeated over and over, became a damaging mantra that pushed him toward unhealthy extremes and left him battling shame around his body. What sounds simple on the surface was actually harmful, and it took years for him to unlearn it.

In this episode, Sammy opens up about his journey to rebuild a healthier relationship with food, exercise, and himself, and why quick-fix advice can do more harm than good. It is a candid and powerful conversation about healing, self-acceptance, and finding balance beyond the scale.

Hosted by Sean Taylor, produced by JB, and made possible by Smith + Howard.

You Don't Need To Be Smart, If You're Pretty - Teresa Caro

Sean Taylor — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:01:00 +0000

What happens when the world tells you, “You don’t have to be smart if you’re pretty”?

In this episode, Teresa Caro opens up about the dangerous advice she got early in her career—and how it fueled her drive to prove her worth beyond appearances. From shifting life stages to reinventing herself through every chapter, Teresa shares hard-earned wisdom on:

Breaking free from superficial expectations
Redefining success as you grow and evolve
Building value that lasts longer than looks

It’s an honest, funny, and deeply human conversation about turning bad advice into good stories—and finding your own path forward.

️ Hosted by Sean Taylor, produced by JB, and made possible by Smith + Howard.

Don't Go Into Advertising - John Follis

Sean Taylor — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

What happens when the person you admire most tells you you’re not good enough?

For John Follis, it was a college professor who pulled him aside and said: “You suck at advertising. You should quit.” At 20 years old, chasing a new dream, those words almost knocked him off course.

In this episode, John shares how he pushed past that moment, built resilience through setbacks—including getting fired four times—and eventually co-founded one of the hottest creative agencies on Madison Avenue. His work won awards, landed press in The New York Times and Wall Street Journal, and made him a “secret weapon” for big brands.

Show Them Who's Boss

Sean Taylor — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:02:00 +0000

In The Karate Kid, the bad advice was “show them who’s boss.” For Matthew Eyers, it wasn’t a movie—it was the real message he was given early on. In this episode of The Worst Advice I Ever Got, Matthew unpacks how that mindset shaped his choices, why it led to more harm than good, and what he’s learned about leading with something stronger than ego.

Time Heals All Wounds - Kyle Smith

Sean Taylor — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:01:00 +0000

What if “time heals all wounds” was the worst advice you could take? Clarity consultant Kyle Smith breaks down why healing is an active process, not a waiting game, and shares practical steps to turn pain into personal power.

We Don't Talk About Money - Chris LaFay

Sean Taylor — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:01:00 +0000

In this episode, Chris shares how avoiding conversations about salary, business finances, and expenses keeps us stuck — and how transparency, experience sharing, and breaking the link between money and self-worth can lead to clarity, better decisions, and deeper relationships.

Say No To Drugs - Michael Brody Waite

Sean Taylor — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 04:01:00 +0000

This week, Michael Brody-Waite shares how that well-meaning message failed him—leading to homelessness, addiction, and hopelessness by age 23. But what happened next is extraordinary. Through a 12-step program, Michael not only recovered—he built a new life from the ground up.

He went from sleeping on floors to building a company that grew 20,000%, making the Inc. 500 list, and delivering one of the most-watched TEDx talks of all time.

In this episode, he opens up about:

Why telling addicts to “just stop” isn’t enough
The 3 principles that saved his life—and made him a better leader
How addiction and executive burnout have more in common than you think
What families should do when someone they love is struggling

It’s one of the most powerful stories we’ve shared—raw, honest, and packed with insight for anyone facing discomfort, fear, or change.

Charge The Going Rate - Tom Reber

Sean Taylor — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:53:42 +0000

When Tom Rebers was told to "charge the going rate," it sounded safe and reasonable. But playing it safe nearly cost him his business. In this episode of The Worst Advice I Ever Got, Tom shares how he learned to set his own value, stop following industry norms, and build a business that actually works for him.

If you’ve ever underpriced yourself or felt stuck following “what everyone else does,” this one’s for you.

Psychedelics Can't Help You - Zahra Adloo

Sean Taylor — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Zahra is a licensed therapist who now works with psychedelic-assisted therapy, particularly ibogaine, a plant medicine with powerful anti-addiction effects. In this episode, she shares her journey from traditional treatment centers to becoming an advocate for spiritual, mental, and emotional healing through plant medicine.

We talk about outdated recovery models, the stigma surrounding psychedelics, the role of spirituality in therapy, and why systems built on fear often fail the people who need help most.

This one isn’t about promoting psychedelics—it’s about listening to a story that challenges assumptions and opens up a bigger conversation.

If you’ve ever questioned the rules you were taught to follow, this episode is for you.

Investing Is Speculation - Jeremy Schneider

Sean Taylor — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 04:01:00 +0000

That’s the worst advice Jeremy Schneider ever got — and it’s everywhere. From the headlines to social media, we’re taught investing means timing markets, chasing trends, and hoping for quick wins. Jeremy says that’s exactly why most people stay broke.

Jeremy is the founder of Personal Finance Club, a former tech entrepreneur who retired at 36, and now teaches simple, proven ways to build wealth. In this episode, he breaks down:
✅ Why ‘boring’ index funds beat the hype
✅ The two rules that actually make you rich
✅ Why most millionaires just… set it and forget it
✅ How to avoid the “speculation trap” that derails so many people

If you’ve ever felt investing is too complicated or too risky — this episode is for you.

Listen now and see why the most effective path to wealth is the least flashy.

Journalism Is Dead - Joe Van Hoose

Sean Taylor — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 04:01:00 +0000

In this episode, Joe Van Hoose talks about the messy reality of modern journalism: we need it more than ever, but the world we’ve built makes it harder than ever to do it well. Good reporting takes time, curiosity, and integrity — but today’s incentives scream: click fast, publish faster, aim later.

It’s fire, ready, aim — and real journalists get burned in the process.

If you care about how stories shape our world (and who gets to tell them), this conversation might frustrate you… and wake you up.

Season 3 Recap So Far - Happy Fourth of July!

Sean Taylor — Fri, 04 Jul 2025 04:01:00 +0000

Sean and JB breakdown the episodes we've heard so far in this mini episode of the show during our week off celebrating our home nations independence!

Diet Doesn't Effect Your Hormones - Alison Bladh

Sean Taylor — Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Alison Bladh was told, like many of us growing up, that what you eat has nothing to do with your hormones. Turns out, that advice wasn't just wrong. It was harmful.

In this episode, the nutritional therapist and hormone health expert breaks down how endocrine disruptors in ultra-processed foods affect everything from your energy and mood to your skin and metabolism. She shares her personal story of struggling with acne, misinformation, and eventually finding healing through food.

You need To Think Less - Kevin Palmieiri

Sean Taylor — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Kevin Palmieri was told, “Why don’t you think less?”—a dismissive response to his deep self-reflection during a personal crisis. In this episode, he shares how that moment collided with suicidal thoughts, external success, and a drive for meaning. Instead of shutting off his mind, Kevin leaned into self-awareness, using it to build a purpose-driven business and a healthier life.

You Should Be An Accountant - Allan Koltin

Sean Taylor — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Allan shares how embracing, and eventually outgrowing,that advice led him to become one of the most influential voices in the accounting world. It’s a story about finding your lane, then building a whole new highway.

Be Perfect - Kelly Johnson

Sean Taylor — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Worst Advice I Ever Got, Kelly opens up about the damaging pursuit of perfection. From early praise that reinforced unrealistic standards to the hidden toll it took on her mental health, she shares how striving to be flawless actually helped her succeed... and why that made it even harder to let go.

This one’s for anyone who’s ever felt like their worth depends on never messing up.

Dream Big - Jeff Hilimire

Sean Taylor — Fri, 30 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Jeff Hilimire was told to “dream big.” Sounds like great advice—until it nearly burned him out.

In this episode, Jeff shares how chasing massive goals led to overextension, failed ventures, and a lesson he now lives by: dream small. Focus on what matters. Build with purpose. And grow from there.

From launching startups to founding 48in48, Jeff’s story is a masterclass in scaling back to move forward.

Make A Business Plan - Jamie Brindle

Sean Taylor — Fri, 23 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Worst Advice I Ever Got, Jamie shares why traditional business plans can be a trap for creative entrepreneurs. From freelance life to launching multiple ventures, he talks about embracing uncertainty, staying agile, and why “figuring it out as you go” isn’t failure—it’s freedom.

Whether you’re a planner, a dreamer, or somewhere in between, this episode will make you rethink the way you start something new.

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Don't Relocate For A Job - Lloyd Avram

Sean Taylor — Fri, 16 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Worst Advice I Ever Got, Lloyd shares how ignoring that advice led to a string of bold moves that opened doors in government affairs, public policy, and corporate leadership across industries. From coast-to-coast moves to global leadership roles, Lloyd’s journey is a powerful reminder that sometimes the best career decisions aren’t safe—they’re personal.

To Make More You Need to Sell More - Anita Henderson

Sean Taylor — Fri, 09 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Anita shares how she rebuilt her business with a minimalist mindset—focusing on fewer, high-value clients instead of chasing constant growth. We talk about the cost of hustle culture, the power of clarity, and how success looks different when you're actually enjoying the life you're building.

The Shortcut To Happiness, Is Success - Evren Ozka

Sean Taylor — Fri, 02 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Worst Advice I Ever Got, Evren shares how achieving the kind of success most people dream about left him feeling empty, addicted, and disconnected from what really mattered. It took one powerful moment with his son to change his life—and inspire a journey toward real meaning.

From corporate highs to completing a 100-mile ultra-marathon in the mountains of Turkey, Evren’s story is a lesson in what happens when we stop outsourcing happiness and start living with intention.

Don't Graduate College Without a Job - DePriest Waddy

Sean Taylor — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, DePriest shares how generational expectations shaped his early career path, why he eventually walked away from corporate success, and how he found purpose in nonprofit leadership. From the weight of bad advice to the freedom of finding your “why,” this conversation is about more than just work—it’s about redefining what success really means.

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Don't Start a Bar For Dogs - Stephen Ochs

Sean Taylor — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:01:00 +0000

Honestly seems like sage advice. But it was the worst Stephen Ochs, founder of Fetch, ever got. Listen to his story.

Welcome back! Season 3 kicks off.

Sean Taylor — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:01:00 +0000

Sean and JB talk about why we're making a podcast in the first place, what we've learned so far and what we can look forward to this season on The Worst Advice I Ever Got.

You're Too Old To Make an Olympic Team - Matt Hemingway

Sean Taylor — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

After a very successful college track and field career, Matt Hemingway decided he was going to try to make the olympic team. It didn't happen the first time and then it didn't happen the second time. Now 10 years later, he decides he's going to try for a third time. Anyone who knew anything about the sport told him "you're too old to make an olympic team." That turned out to be the worst advice he's ever got.

Go Do Great Things And Then Give Back - Ryan Heckman

Sean Taylor — Fri, 29 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

When your father only gives you one piece of advice your whole life at the age of 10, thats apt to stick with you. It made Ryan a two time olympic skiier, the president of a private equity firm at 32 and a multi-milllionaire by 40. But on a flight back from Orlando before his 41st birthday, he realized that was the worst advice he ever got.

Brand Doesn't Matter - Paul Carpenter

Sean Taylor — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

When Paul was starting out in advertising, it was the golden age of analytic data so he was told that when it comes to selling a product or service, "brand doesn't matter." He believed it, and worked for 20 years pushing that data is the only thing that matters to sell your audience. After some pretty big changes in his life, he realized, that was the worst advice he's ever got.

Join The Military - Jon Styers

Sean Taylor — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

When Jon was told to join the military, he thought that would be a spring board to where he really wanted to be. Turns out, that was the worst advice he ever got.

You're Not Cut Out For Business - Claudia Medina

Sean Taylor — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

When her professor told her "you're not cut out for business" after her very first test in college, Claudia took it to heart. How does hearing something like that effect someone's career path?

Franchising Means Losing Your Brand - Steve Carse

Sean Taylor — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 04:00:00 +0000

King Of Pops Co-Founder Steve Carse created a wildly successful pop brand. But when it was time to exand, he was told that frnchising would mean he would lose what was special about his brand. That was the worst advice he's ever got.

You Don't Have To Worry About Money Anymore - Bill Haas

Sean Taylor — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

When a reporter asked him how it felt not to have to worry about money anymore after winning the FedeX Cup in 2011, Bill Haas didn't know how to answer that question. And now that he thinks about it, that was the worst advice he's ever got.

If You Want To Fit In You Can't Stand Out - Kavi Vu

Sean Taylor — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

When Kavi's parents moved from Vietnam to the deep south in the U.S., they wanted her to fit in as best she could. They told her to do that, she needed to make sure she didn't stand out. That was the worst advice she's ever got.

Get an MBA - Kirk Halpern

Sean Taylor — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

if you want to be successful in entrepreneurial business, the worst advice Kirk Halpern ever got was to get his MBA. With so many people striving to get their MBA's today, how can that be his worst advice?

Never Date Someone Poor - Jason Browne

Sean Taylor — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Even saying it out loud made Jason feel icky. Why would you think about money when it comes to love and relationships? If you're Jason, you wouldn't, and thats what made this the worst advice he's ever got.

Don't Buy This Business - Ann Curry

Sean Taylor — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Ann Curry tells the story of her career starting from the worst advice she's ever got, "don't buy this business". You have money, why work harder than you need to? Because you owe it to the universe.

Settle Down - Kyle Stapleton

Sean Taylor — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Ever since Kyle was old enough to realize not every adult knows what they're talking about (something he learned while volunteering as an umpire for little league games) he started to push the limits of the human experience in the professional world. He was told to settle down. That's the worst advice he's ever got.

That Part Is Too Small For You - Johnny Sneed

Sean Taylor — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

When actor Johnny Sneed (Parks and Rec, Painkiller, Trumbo, Fever Pitch) got the advice to turn down a role in a blockbuster because "the part was too small for him" he agreed. He was too big to do something so small. Years later, he still regrets turning down that role. Why does this stand out as the worst advice he's ever got?

You Can't Give Up On People - Kat McDavitt

Sean Taylor — Fri, 06 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Come for the brownie guy story, stay for the swear count. It's high. Kat McDavitt talks about the harsh reality of being a leader, and knowing when you have to let someone go, even if they're the guy who brings the brownies.

Don't Marry Her - Todd Musselman

Sean Taylor — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Boy meets girl, boy wants to marry girl, best friends tell boy "don't marry her." What comes next?

Don't Wear Pink To An Interview - Jess Kirkman

Sean Taylor — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

But what if your interview is on a Wednesday?

A Jack Of All Trades Is A Master Of None - Josh Mancuso

Sean Taylor — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 03:59:00 +0000

Don't put baby (Josh Mancuso) in a corner (in a job where he only does one thing)

Don't Start Your Own Business!

Sean Taylor — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

You've just had a new baby, you're diagnosed with cancer and your thriving in your career, so naturally you quit your job to start your own business right? When Kathleen asked her sister for advice, she told her "don't start your own business! The timing couldn't be worse!" That was the worst advice Kathleen has ever heard.

Stay Inside Your Clients Comfort Zone - Susie Cha

Sean Taylor — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Susie Cha, an influence marketer at Ogilvy in NYC has been hearing this bad advice her whole career. But comfort zones exist for a reason so why is that thw worst advice she's ever got?

Stick To What You Know (Kid) - Crystal Washington

Sean Taylor — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 04:03:00 +0000

"Stick to what you know kid." That's the worst advice Crystal Washington has ever heard. How do you grow if you limit yourself like that? Find out how she responded on this weeks episode.

Don't Change Anything Your First Year - Dr. Phil Schroeder

Sean Taylor — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

How do you honor the past, but prepare for the future?

Don't Go Work For That Guy - Lars Minns

Sean Taylor — Fri, 31 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Lars Minns was excited. He's got the job opportunity he's been waiting for. Then his boss at the time says, "don't go work for that guy." That turned out to be the worst advice he's ever got.

Be The Most Interesting Person In The Room - Glen Jackson

Sean Taylor — Fri, 24 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

"When you're networking, be the most interesting person in the room, Glen." Those words were given to a young Glen Jackson, just starting out in the public relations world and it just didn't feel right to him. In fact that was the worst advice he's ever got.

To Be Content Is To Admit Failure - Luke Bonner

Sean Taylor — Fri, 17 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

When he was 15 years old, Luke was told that to be content is to admit failure. Never feeling like what he had achieved was enough, it wasn't until his early 30's that he realized that's the worst advice he ever got.

There Is No Such Thing As False Hope - Chad Hymas

Sean Taylor — Fri, 10 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Our guest today for our second part of our live audience recording is Chad Hymas. Chad is an internationally acclaimed speaker, bestselling author, and passionate advocate for safety awareness and personal empowerment. Despite a life-altering accident that left him paralyzed from the chest down, Chad’s indomitable spirit and unwavering determination have propelled him to inspire audiences worldwide with his powerful message of resilience, leadership, and purposeful living. So why does he think "there is no such thing as false hope" is such bad advice?

The Worst Advice I Ever Got - LIVE!

Sean Taylor — Fri, 03 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Our first episode recorded in front of a live audience is here! Join Sean on stage as he asks Corey Cicchetti, Courtney Stillwagon and Jamie Tiernan, what's the worst advice you've ever got?

Women Can't Have It All - Hala Moddelmog

Sean Taylor — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Women can't have it all? That's the worst advice Hala Moddelmog has ever heard.

You Can Do So Much More Than Coaching - Tony Vitello

Sean Taylor — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Today our guest is the two-time National Coach of the Year current head coach of the University of Tennessee baseball team, Tony Vitello. Obviously he didn't listen to that advice, but why would someone tell him that in the first place?

You're Not College Material - Wayne Pelletier

Sean Taylor — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

When you're told you're not college material in middle school, it alters your entire life. Come find out how with Resonate Pixel creative director Wayne Pelletier.

Don't Make White People Music

Sean Taylor — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

When you're in the music industry, you're going to hear alot of feedback. Some of that feedback for singer-songwriter Lanré was the worst advice he's ever got.

Be Humble - Kim Rittberg

Sean Taylor — Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Sit down, be humble? That's the worst advice award winning TV and Video producer Kim Rittberg has ever got.

Take Advantage of Every Opportunity - Danny Wuerffel

Sean Taylor — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000

College football national champion and Heisman winning quarter back Danny Wuerffel took advantage of every opportunity and it turned him into a star. Now he thinks that was the worst advice he ever got.

Do What Makes You Happy - Chris Cleveland

Sean Taylor — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 03:59:00 +0000

We all say it all the time, just do what makes you happy. What's wrong with that? 30 year educator and current headmaster of The Wesleyan School says that's the worst advice he's ever got.

Invest In Ripple - Gavin Guidry

Sean Taylor — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Crypto currency has been lumped into the get rich quick mindset for too long. We all know someone who's been burned by that strategy. But why was this the worst advice Spotify creative director Gavin Guidry ever got?

The Worst Advice I Ever Got Podcast Intro

Sean Taylor — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 12:17:27 +0000

Welcome to The Worst Advice I Ever Got hosted by Sean Taylor. This show will feature in-depth discussions with diverse guests, exploring the unconventional side of guidance – the worst advice they've ever received.

Together, we'll extract valuable insights from these unique experiences, offering you a roadmap to discerning what advice to embrace and what to ignore.

The Worst Advice I Ever Got is not just about the missteps; it's a journey through the unexpected lessons found within the less-than-ideal moments. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on success and learn how to navigate the complexities of advice.