There are several ways you can build your credibility as an expert. Develop a presence of being a go-to or knowledge expert. People are looking for people who deliver results. You must be confident in your abilities and be able to demonstrate this to others both on-line and off-line.
Educate yourself to be the best:
YouTube Videos or TED talks Watch videos about the expertise you are trying to develop or hone. There are many tips and techniques out there.
iTunes Podcasts also have valuable information. Listen and take notes. Remember knowledge is only good if it has been applied and works for you.
Books, Articles, Magazine, & Newspapers - Learn from the experts already out there. Find out what you need to learn and work toward honing that skill with one action step each day.
Google - The best resource out there. How many times have you heard, "Just Google it!" For example, you might want to learn about blogging. Think of the questions you might have about starting a blog. What? Where? When? How often? How can I do it? Why blog? Who is your audience? Type in what you want to learn, there are literally hundreds of websites and blogs like this sharing information.
Networking Events and Conferences There are often speakers at networking events and other experts like yourself. Go for coffee or lunch with one of them and learn about their business.
Study the experts. Success leaves clues. What are they doing that you could be doing to build your business? Go to their websites they often have a free newsletter or other resources that you can use.
Commit to Life Long Learning Attend seminars, workshops, or take a course to improve your knowledge, leverage your opportunities, and gain greater insight in your area of expertise.
Collaborate with Others in Your Field People can see who you align yourself with and if they value the input of who you align with they may start following what you are doing. The power of association has a huge influence in helping you develop your credibility as an expert.
Hire a coach. My greatest growth came from working with a coach who has been where you want to go and done what you want to do.
You want to be able to have the knowledge so you can leverage opportunities and give the people you serve the results they want. You do not need a lot of money to build your expertise. You need to be determined and believe you are the solution people have been waiting for.
Debra Kasowski is a transformational speaker, author, and success coach. Debra is also the Founder/CEO of The Millionaire Woman Club. Debra Kasowski is best-selling co-author of GPS Your Best Life: Charting Your Destination and Getting There in Style and soon to be released author of The Entrepreneurial Mom's Guide to Growing a Business, Raising a Family, and Creating a Life You Love (Spring 2013). Get you Free Mp3 Download of the 7 Resolutionary Breakthroughs to Profit and Prosper by Taking Charge of Your Business and Your Life when you sign up for her ezine http://www.themillionairewoman.com