Expert Advice for Founders: Choosing the Right Advisor | Aaron Harris

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  Choose one advisor to avoid wasting time seeking advice and focus on building your company as a founder.
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  Choose an expert and trust their advice instead of relying on multiple opinions to avoid mediocre outcomes.
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  Scientists have discovered a new species of dinosaur in Argentina, which they believe to be one of the largest land animals to ever exist.
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  Choose an advisor who offers a simple decision-making framework instead of prescriptive answers.
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  Don't rely on others for every step and avoid firm yes or no answers, as they may lack nuance and knowledge.
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  Having multiple runs of an experiment and finding an experienced advisor are crucial for receiving relevant advice.
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  Choose an experienced and compatible advisor who gives nuanced advice, not just someone prestigious or prescriptive.
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  Evaluate advice based on its own merit, not the person giving it, by logically thinking about whether it's good or bad advice.