One Size Does Not Fit All

How to Adapt Advice Without Just Copying It

Advice is everywhere, but one of the most important lessons I’ve heard from successful women is that advice must be adapted. What works for one entrepreneur may not work for another, and blindly following someone else’s formula can lead to frustration. The key is to study strategies, recognize what applies to your situation, and create your own approach.

Many women shared that their breakthroughs came when they stopped trying to fit a mold and started experimenting with methods that aligned with their strengths and vision. They learned to filter guidance, take what worked, and leave the rest. Success is never about imitation; it is about adaptation.

This principle also applies to business growth and leadership. Observing how others succeed gives you a framework, but personalizing it ensures authenticity and sustainability. Understanding that one size does not fit all is freeing. It allows you to craft a path that reflects who you are and what your business truly needs.

What advice have you adapted successfully rather than following exactly, and what was the outcome?

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