Get Your Students Hired
when you give your full attention to a person, you begin to build a relationship. I often use the "reflecting content" for clarification and to instantly establish that I am actively listen.
For multiple interactions, I often try to refer back to that conversation when appropriate as a way of showing that I heard and remembered what was discussed.
Sonny,
to me the key is being genuine & demonstrating your abilities. If you are humble, I firmly believe others will quickly "brag you up."
Dr. Ryan Meers
You gain respect by earning it. You also gain credibility by earning it as well but you want to convey it much much quicker. Somehow if you let others talk about you, this is by far the best way to gain credibility rather than bragging or talking about yourself. I have seen many people literally brag about what they have done in the past and even if they have solved brain cancer, it does not impress people. However, if you let others talk about you, this carries so much weight, you become a legend. The trick is how?
Katrena,
yes & the key is helping them to understand that not all opinions are as good as others, nor does it mean that I will automatically do what you want done. But, the credible leader listens to all.
Dr. Ryan Meers
True-everyone has an opionion that they feel is viable. Building credibility with others can be gained when you let them know that they have a right to share their ideas.
keelan,
I would say this is generally true for many areas in that we need to demonstrate our own competency.
Dr. Ryan Meers
In the career field im in, you have to show and proove ,we have to lead by example. first i will demonstrate how its completed,then i will walk my students through it so they can have hands on
Alexandra,
Nothing can replace credibility which is built upon expertise & knowledge.
Dr. Ryan Meers
Yes, which is why so important to establish your expertise and knowledge in order to gain that.
Alexandra,
You are exactly right, why should they listen to me on this point if I have no credibility & especially if they don't trust me?
Dr. Ryan Meers
yes indeed and part of being prepared is:
researching your ideas
getting firsthand experience
Citing trusted sources
Mastering terminology to demonstrate you know the verbal shorthand that people in your audience use
And when appropriate, exposing your credentials
By establising your trust and expertise, you build the credibility you need to get your audience's attention and interest.
Christina,
This is a good point and I would add that you should be ready to communicate effectively if you should need to change paths or not be able to deliver on what you had said. We can't always deliver, so we need to be ready to provide a good explanation as to why the needed change.
Ryan
This is a great plan & along with this making sure they learn to use those same tools/skills.
Ryan
I believe actions and integrity are at the foundation of credibility. I must do what I say I'll do. My behavior must match my words.
I cannot expect anyone else to do what I ask of them if I do not follow the same path.
I find that providing tools to solve problems for my co-workers in a timely manner helps build my credibility with them. When you have an issue that needs to be resolved, that causes stress. Once the issue is solved, the stress is lessened.
Communicating with your team improves with time. The team is watching you at all times and their impression of you can be influenced on those casual observations more than the direct contact.
it is amazing how far listening can take you in work and in life. Credibility is a huge factor in what i do for a living and it is always great to learn new ways of passing on the information. Thanks!
Jenny,
I think what you have detailed here is a great first step toward building credibility. Others can definitely tell if we are not sincere. Another great way to build credibility is by listening to the other party. Too often when we are trying to persuade we try to dominate rather than listening to the other's concerns & ideas.
Ryan
I am always honest and sincere. I try to relate to the other persons situation and establish a commonality. I also review statistics and facts with them.