"I wouldn't dream of [making a big decision] without getting Oprah's take," King said, noting that the relationship is especially critical, given their celebrity status, which incites flattery from most rather than honest feedback.
"You want to think about gathering people around you who fundamentally have your best interests at heart and who support the idea of your success but who aren't just cheerleaders," says Alison Overholt, a media executive.
Overholt suggests picking friends who think differently than you, have a myriad of skills, and are even from another generation. Such relationships prompt more thoughtful decision-making.
To wit, forming professional connections is a two-way street, and these friendships should be continuously nurtured. Overholt says to check in with your board regularly.
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