“I learn things that make me better at what I do. When you step out you often learn stuff that is so common to someone else and yet never would have crossed your silly little mind.” Lisa Barone in Business Insider

Ran across this great article today over at Business Insider. Lisa Barone describes nine things she’s learned after a year as an entrepreneur. One stood out to me: Seek out other opinions.

This does NOT come naturally to me as a business owner. I, like Lisa, know why I do things and am confident that it’s the best way. But by it’s nature, my brain doesn’t see it’s shortcomings. I don’t know what I don’t know.

So ask around. Learn to be curious about other people’s opinions. They may not change your mind, or they just may. Either way you’ll feel more confident and be a better business person.

Who do you find makes a good sounding board? Let us know in the comments.