1 min readProve Yourself To Be Credible
by Guy Gage | September 15, 2025 | Business, Leadership, Performance
Is this situation any different from when you agree to deliver something at a particular time and don’t follow through? How many times are you guilty of promising something—an assignment, a call, a review, or any professional responsibility—and miss delivering? Once in a while, life happens and it is unavoidable. But when it happens more than that, you develop a reputation of being unreliable.
When something does prevent you from following through, do you notify the person BEFORE the expected promise, that you will be delayed or unable to deliver? That small act of courtesy and respect preserves trust.
In our profession, credibility is one of our most valuable assets. Be diligent in ensuring that your word carries weight. When you commit, follow through. When you cannot, communicate promptly. Prove yourself to be credible.
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