Meaning of the word "to know the road ahead, ask those coming back" in English

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to know the road ahead, ask those coming back

US /tu noʊ ðə roʊd əˈhɛd, æsk ðoʊz ˈkʌmɪŋ bæk/
UK /tu nəʊ ðə rəʊd əˈhɛd, ɑːsk ðəʊz ˈkʌmɪŋ bæk/
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Idiom

a proverb suggesting that one should seek advice from those who have already experienced a situation to avoid mistakes

Example:
Before starting your first business, remember: to know the road ahead, ask those coming back.
I consulted my mentor because to know the road ahead, ask those coming back.