Stand Tall: Building Credibility with Courageous Writing

Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest.

-Mark Twain

Prioritize honesty, integrity, and accuracy in your writing.

Yes, you may need to take a stand on controversial issues, challenge conventional wisdom, or present difficult or uncomfortable truths to your readers.

While that can feel daunting, it’s an effective way to build credibility and establish yourself as a thought leader in your field.

You earn the respect and admiration of your readers when you present well-researched and thoughtful arguments, even if they don't agree with you. Share on X

Be prepared to defend what you write but do so by engaging your readers in respectful dialogue and always be open to constructive criticism.

When you do this with compassion, you can help others to take that first courageous step out of their comfort zone so they can become the very best version of themselves.

Doing what’s right, especially when it’s hard, is how you make powerful positive transformations in your own life so you can become the thought leader in our chosen area of expertise.

It’s also how you impact and transform the lives of your readers.