11 Behaviors that Build Credibility

It is very hard to lead without influence. In order for leaders to have influence in the lives of others, they need to have credibility. Credibility is easy to lose but takes work to build and maintain. If you want to build your credibility, be sure to make habits out of these 11 behaviors.

1. Act with integrity

2. Sharpen your skill competence

3. Do what you say

4. Empower and trust others

5. Admit mistakes

6. Solve problems

7. Recognize others

8. Listen to others

9. Help others

10. Share information

11. Be accessible

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Jay Desko is the CEO of The Center Consulting Group and brings experience in the areas of organizational assessment, leadership coaching, decision-making, and strategic questioning. Jay’s degrees include an M.Ed. in Instructional Systems Design from Pennsylvania State University and a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and Leadership from The Union Institute.