Advice Questions to Ask
Thoughtful questions to ask when seeking advice from mentors, friends, family, or professionals to get the guidance and support you need.
1What would you do if you were in my situation?
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What would you do if you were in my situation?
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Why this works
Gets their perspective on your specific situation and helps you understand how they would approach the problem.
2What advice would you give to someone facing a similar challenge?
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What advice would you give to someone facing a similar challenge?
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Why this works
Allows them to share general wisdom and strategies that have worked for them or others in similar situations.
3What mistakes should I avoid based on your experience?
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What mistakes should I avoid based on your experience?
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Why this works
Helps you learn from their mistakes and avoid common pitfalls in your situation.
4What resources or tools would you recommend for my situation?
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What resources or tools would you recommend for my situation?
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Why this works
Gets specific recommendations for books, courses, people, or other resources that could help you.
5How would you prioritize the different aspects of this situation?
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How would you prioritize the different aspects of this situation?
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Why this works
Helps you understand what's most important and how to focus your efforts effectively.
6What questions should I be asking myself about this situation?
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What questions should I be asking myself about this situation?
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Why this works
Encourages self-reflection and helps you think more deeply about your situation and needs.
7What would you do differently if you could go back in time?
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What would you do differently if you could go back in time?
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Why this works
Gets their perspective on what they would change and why, offering valuable insights for your situation.
8How do you approach decision-making in complex situations?
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How do you approach decision-making in complex situations?
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Why this works
Provides insight into their decision-making process and strategies you can apply to your situation.
9What support systems have been most helpful to you?
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What support systems have been most helpful to you?
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Why this works
Helps you understand what kinds of support you might need and how to build your own support network.
10How do you handle uncertainty and fear when facing difficult decisions?
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How do you handle uncertainty and fear when facing difficult decisions?
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Why this works
Provides strategies for managing emotions and staying focused during challenging times.
11What would you do if you had unlimited resources and time?
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What would you do if you had unlimited resources and time?
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Why this works
Helps you think creatively about solutions and identify what's truly important versus what's constrained by resources.
12How do you balance different priorities and competing demands?
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How do you balance different priorities and competing demands?
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Why this works
Provides strategies for managing multiple responsibilities and making tough choices about what to focus on.
13What would you do if you were starting over from scratch?
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What would you do if you were starting over from scratch?
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Why this works
Gets their perspective on what they would do differently and what they consider most important.
14How do you stay motivated and focused during difficult times?
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How do you stay motivated and focused during difficult times?
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Why this works
Provides strategies for maintaining motivation and resilience when facing challenges.
15What would you do if you had to make this decision today?
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What would you do if you had to make this decision today?
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Why this works
Gets their immediate perspective and helps you understand what they consider most urgent or important.
16How do you handle feedback and criticism when you're already struggling?
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How do you handle feedback and criticism when you're already struggling?
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Why this works
Provides strategies for processing feedback constructively when you're already feeling vulnerable.
17What would you do if you were completely confident and had no fear?
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What would you do if you were completely confident and had no fear?
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Why this works
Helps you identify what you might do if you weren't held back by fear or self-doubt.
18How do you know when you're making the right decision?
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How do you know when you're making the right decision?
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Why this works
Provides insight into their decision-making process and how they evaluate whether they're on the right track.
19What would you do if you were advising your best friend?
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What would you do if you were advising your best friend?
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Why this works
Gets their most honest and caring advice by asking them to think about someone they care deeply about.
20What else should I be considering that I might not have thought of?
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What else should I be considering that I might not have thought of?
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Why this works
Gives them a chance to share additional insights or perspectives you might not have considered.
Seeking and Receiving Advice
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Choose Wisely
Select the Right Person
Choose someone who has relevant experience, wisdom, and your best interests at heart.
Consider Multiple Perspectives
Seek advice from different people to get a well-rounded view of your situation.
Be Open to Different Approaches
Stay open to advice that might challenge your assumptions or comfort zone.
Ask Effectively
Be Specific
Provide enough context for them to give you relevant and actionable advice.
Ask Open-Ended Questions
Ask questions that encourage detailed responses and deeper insights.
Listen Actively
Pay attention to their responses and ask follow-up questions to clarify or explore further.
Apply Wisely
Reflect on the Advice
Take time to consider the advice and how it applies to your specific situation.
Adapt to Your Situation
Modify the advice to fit your unique circumstances and needs.
Take Action
Use the advice to make positive changes in your life, even if it requires courage or effort.