Microsoft Word ielts speaking Actual Tests (Sep Dec 2019) and Suggested Answers Version

Is it better to get advice from a friend or from a family member?
I have to say that all of it depends on the experience each person has. This means if my friend has more knowledge about finance than my family, of course I will ask my friend about it. On the other hand, sometimes I avoid asking family for advice, because they can be harsh and judgmental, while friends tend to be more understanding. So, what I’m saying is it depends on the relationships that each person has with family/friends.
What would you say are the characteristics of a good adviser?
A good adviser must be a neutral person and being able to look at the problem and solve it in the best possible way without hesitation. Furthermore, they shouldn’t let their own bias (preference) creep into (come into) an objective situation. So, with this said, sometimes family and friends aren’t the best people to ask for advice
Should people make their own work and career decisions, or is it a good idea to ask for advice about this?
It is always a good idea to ask for advice but let that be just an advice because we are the only ones who can decide about our own future. So with this said, we can’t rely too heavily on the voice of others. We shouldn’t let their words dictate (control) our lives, as we are the only people who have truly lived in our own shoes (in our own situation or position).