71 Ways to Establish Credibility

Most people spend an entire career building their credibility, building a network and reputation throughout their various occupations.

Some go out on their own, work really hard, and hope to score some client work - building their client list over time.

But what if you could jump start your credibility?

What if your personal brand could make an exponential impact on your company's marketing?

Laid off? What if you were incredibly credible and your reputation landed you new job offers as soon as you hit the market?

What if clients were lined up to work with you?

Establishing credibility is essential. Here are 71 ways to build credibility and take your personal brand to the next level:

1. Be authentic | Develop a powerful story
2. Develop knowledge in your niche through courses
3. Develop hands-on or on the job experience
4. Develop confidence (or fake it ‘till you make it!)
5. Dress the part
6. Establish your home base (your website or go to social profiles, etc.)
7. Take some professional or professional-looking photos
8. Get a physical address
9. Care, like really care about your customers or the people you are serving.
10. Start a Blog
11. Start a Podcast
12. Start a Youtube Channel
13. Self-Publish an E-book
14. Get a book deal
15. Teach a class
16. Create a Course (Udemy or Skillshare, your website, etc.)
17. Host an Event
18. Host a Dinner Party (Keith Ferrazzi style)
19. Create a Facebook Group
20. Answer Questions on Quora
21. Publish Content on LinkedIn
22. Develop a following on a social channel or your own email list
23. Create Ultimate Guides
24. Write, publish, and present white papers / conference papers
25. Learn storytelling, Tell great stories
26. Publish original research
27. Create art
28. Get your art published / seen
29. Guest Blog
30. Volunteer at Industry Meetups
31. Speak at Events
32. Collaborate with Experts
33. Reference studies in your work
34. Quote authorities
35. Join associations
36. Become a hub of industry news with Email Roundups
37. Get celebrity testimonials
38. Take photos with celebrities
39. Interview an expert
40. Get referrals
41. Join a Board of Directors
42. Partner & Cross-Sell
43. Develop Case Studies
44. Use free sessions as a gateway
45. Give away free product
46. Demonstrate your product
47. Get credentials, certifications, or professional designations
48. Apply and show off awards
49. Develop a portfolio / track record
50. Utilize before and after photos
51. Provide a guarantee
52. Show a list of notable clients
53. Show off those testimonials on your website
54. Have a list of press mentions on your website (banner under your hero image)
55. Build a press page
56. Show off your reviews
57. Sign up for services like HARO, MuckRack, or ProfNet
58. Get featured in magazines / trade publications
59. Get featured in local newspapers
60. Get featured on tv / local news
61. Feature your social proof (testimonials / reviews / endorsements in your email flows
62. Issue press releases
63. Utilize brand ambassadors / affiliates
64. Go on other people’s podcasts
65. Promote your press mentions and tv appearances
66. Show your numbers (sales, email subscribers, other interesting numbers)
67. Learn to speak in public (really, really, well!)
68. Master body language
69. Get media training
70. Get verified on social media
71. Learn the basics of photography

There you have it. These are some really great tactics, but the real success comes from implementation. Time to get started!

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