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The Worst Advice I Ever Got

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 got. 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

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00:22:46

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

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/10/10

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.

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00:22:13

Do What Makes You Happy (Re-Released)

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/10/03

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

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00:22:13

Do What Makes You Happy (Re-Released)

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/10/03

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

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00:25:03

Emotions Don't Belong In The Cockpit - Kyle Frieburger

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/09/26

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,

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00:25:03

Emotions Don't Belong In The Cockpit - Kyle Frieburger

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/09/26

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,

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00:24:47

Eat Less, Exercise More - Sammy Williams

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/09/19

“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

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00:24:47

Eat Less, Exercise More - Sammy Williams

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/09/19

“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

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00:24:41

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

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/09/12

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

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00:24:41

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

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/09/12

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

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00:24:09

Don't Go Into Advertising - John Follis

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/09/05

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

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00:24:09

Don't Go Into Advertising - John Follis

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/09/05

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

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00:21:23

Show Them Who's Boss

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/08/29

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.

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00:21:23

Show Them Who's Boss

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/08/29

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.

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00:19:44

Time Heals All Wounds - Kyle Smith

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/08/22

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.

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00:19:44

Time Heals All Wounds - Kyle Smith

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/08/22

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.

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00:20:28

We Don't Talk About Money - Chris LaFay

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/08/15

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.

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00:20:28

We Don't Talk About Money - Chris LaFay

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/08/15

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.

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00:29:33

Say No To Drugs - Michael Brody Waite

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/08/08

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,

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00:29:33

Say No To Drugs - Michael Brody Waite

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/08/08

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,

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00:21:53

Charge The Going Rate - Tom Reber

The Worst Advice I Ever Got ·

2025/08/01

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.

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