We asked some folks we admire to share one piece of conventional advice they disagree with.

Annie Rodriguez | Movement Teacher, Pilates Studio Owner & Mama

“Never go to bed angry.” Obviously this advice is geared more towards relationships, but I think it’s the same with business. Whether it’s an argument with a loved one or a distressing os stressy business email, it’s pretty much always better to sleep on it and come back fresh in the morning with a cool head. Read more>>

Fazon Gray | Model, Actor, Influencer & Mentor

The term ‘fake it til you make it’. I feel like you do things at the capacity you are able to do them and that just elevates you. Some people get too caught up in trying to fake it til they make it and they end up just faking it. Read more>>

informal. (Sam Richie) | DJ/Producer

“Don’t put all your eggs in one basket”. We’ve all heard this one a million times, as a kid, and even in adulthood. I would argue that really the only way to accomplish something great, or to make a splash in any industry / endeavor is to be all in on that one thing. Read more>>

Laura Fan | Composer, Producer, Arranger, Instrumentalist

In school, there was an intense belief that you have to be at the bottom indefinitely until you catch your big break. So many professors, guest speakers, and students would talk about how you must work under big names to maybe get a chance at making it big; you have to do work for free or little pay, you have to stay at the studio until 5am while everyone goes home, you won’t have time for your friends and family, et cetera. Read more>>

Shifra Wylder | Abstract Expressionist Artist, Writer & Counselor

Setting long term goals. I understand how in some businesses this may be useful. For my creative and unconventional life-style, I find it helpful and productive to stay present and trust my intuition. I set future intentions and make a concerted effort not to have an agenda or expectations attached. It’s not always easy but doable and opens up opportunities I’d never thought of to present themselves. Read more>>