Young and Restless?

I thought this blog by Brad Lomenick deserved more than a RT. (retweet)

So what do you do when you are 25 or younger and can’t wait to change the world? I love how Brad put this, because his answer isn’t just to wait until you have influence. His ideas are all things that you can and must start right away. Everyday that you don’t start becoming the person that you want to be is another day you will have to wait later in life.

He breaks it all down to creditbility (from the old folks) and this are his words on how to get it…

“To give some context, here are some thoughts to best gain credibility now:

Listen. Simple enough

Find those who are smarter than you, and latch on. Learn from them.

Become an expert before you need to be- when you are asked for your opinion or involvement, give it or do it.

Self awareness and self identity- know who you are. You are young- deal with it. Don’t think you know more than you really do.

Stay focused, but broad. Those who have the most credibility no longer are just experts in one area. You need to be a generalist.

Learn how to follow. And follow really well. It will position you for authority later.”

thanks Brad!