Ep143: FAKE GURU vs REAL EXPERT: How to find out whoโs legit.
In this episode, Mei Phing discusses the difference between fake gurus and real experts when it comes to career advice on social media platforms. It emphasizes the importance of evaluating the process, experience, and results of individuals before seeking their guidance.
Highlights
1:13 ๐ค: Exploring the confusion between education and entertainment on social media and the need to evaluate the skills and success of influencers.
4:46 ๐: Introducing the PEP formula for choosing the right coach or mentor, focusing on the importance of process, experience, and results.
9:26 ๐๏ธ: Discussing the first element of the PEP formula, process, and the significance of having a clear plan and roadmap for achieving success.
15:11 ๐: Highlighting the second element of the PEP formula, experience, and providing tips for validating a person’s experience, including checking their LinkedIn profile.
22:21 ๐ก: Explaining the third element of the PEP formula, results, and emphasizing the importance of following the steps and framework provided by experts for achieving desired outcomes.
Key Insights
๐ Evaluating the process of a coach or mentor is crucial to determine their ability to guide and support you effectively.
๐ผ Validating a person’s experience can be done by thoroughly examining their LinkedIn profile and assessing the details of their job titles, roles, and responsibilities.
๐ Following a clear roadmap and framework provided by experts increases the likelihood of achieving success in your career journey.
โ Checking for tangible results and success stories from individuals can help you gauge their effectiveness in providing valuable career advice.
๐ฉ Be cautious of individuals who lack relevant experience or have not reached significant milestones in their own careers when seeking guidance.
๐ LinkedIn is a reliable platform for assessing the credibility and professional background of coaches, mentors, and experts.
๐ฏ Following the steps and recommendations of experienced professionals increases your chances of success in job search and navigating the corporate world.
๐ฅ๐๐
PS. How we can work together
When you’re ready, here's how I can help you:
๐ฅ My Podcast. Listen to or watch my podcast Corporate Survivor with Mei Phing. It is the best place to get inspired on all things corporate world. Subscribe for weekly updates.
๐ฅ FREE Guide & Training. For the next 5 days, you'll receive a daily lesson in your inbox (email). I’ll share with you the step-by-step how to gain career clarity, confidence & opportunities. Get my bonus 50 corporate survival lessons guide when you signup.
๐ Corporate Survivor™. I started my career lost and confused. Fast forward, I grew my career & income to multiple 6 figures. Corporate Survivor™ is the best career program to learn the corporate world mindset, skillset & strategy so you can grow your 9-5 career with clarity, confidence, competence & opportunities. Watch monthly mentoring session. Course login here. (577+ members. All career levels)
๐ฏ Start 30-Day Trial. "Mei Phing, how do I know if you can really help me?" Good news! You don't have to guess. Get access to 20+ videos with 100+ real-life scenarios to learn how to deal with your career/work/job search situation. Click here to start 30-day trial - Get a taster of what's inside the Corporate Survivor career course and decide if it's helpful for your career.
Stay awesome! ๐
— Mei Phing