The difference between giving advice and providing information is that the former contains specific advice, while the latter does not.
We give and receive advice so frequently in our daily interpersonal communication that each of us has accumulated a lot of experience in giving and receiving advice.
The use of consulting technology is controversial among consultants.
Advice was widely used in early career guidance, but it was criticized later, so that many counselors stopped using it.
The main reasons for criticism and suggestions are:
(1) reflects the arrogant tendency of consultants to know everything;
(2) Advice encourages the dependence of the parties;
(3) In daily life, the parties have accepted too many suggestions, and it is inefficient to give suggestions in negotiation.
But in recent years, people tend to think that advice is a useful skill if used properly.
Suggestions are beneficial if they are put forward by experts, have solid factual or scientific basis and are suitable for the situation of all parties concerned.
In consultation, opinions, suggestions and information can be expressed to the other party through invitation and discussion.
Try to avoid what you should do.