Good vs. Bad Criticism

Codie Sanchez believes in addressing criticism constructively, acknowledging valid points while maintaining focus on factual accuracy. She sees this approach as crucial for personal growth and maintaining credibility in the public eye.

Key Points:

• Approach to Criticism:

  • Acknowledges that every criticism likely contains a kernel of truth
  • Focuses on addressing factual inaccuracies rather than emotional responses
  • Believes in learning from mistakes and improving

• Handling Public Perception:

  • Recognizes the inevitability of criticism when in the public eye
  • Estimates about 1% of a large audience will always be critical
  • Tries to differentiate between valid criticism and baseless negativity

• Personal Ethics and Transparency:

  • Places high importance on personal ethical standards
  • More concerned with doing the right thing than public perception
  • Strives for transparency in business practices and content creation

• Content Creation Philosophy:

  • Aims to provide valuable, actionable information to audience
  • Focuses on teaching skills rather than just selling products or services
  • Differentiates her approach from "get rich quick" schemes

• Business Model Integrity:

  • Emphasizes that her primary income comes from owned businesses, not content
  • Has never asked audience to invest in her personal business ventures
  • Believes in the value of teaching others to build their own businesses

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Uses criticism as a tool for refining content and business practices
  • Admits to mistakes when they occur (e.g., typos in public content)
  • Constantly evaluates the impact and ethics of her work

• Long-term Vision:

  • Aims to create educational content that rivals traditional institutions
  • Wants to change how people learn about business and finance
  • Believes in the power of sharing practical knowledge and experiences