How to Build Credibility by Sharing Your Learning Process

Most people in tech believe career growth is all about getting better at your craft. And don’t get me wrong- skills do matter. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: It’s not just about how good you are. It’s about who knows how good you are. Some of the most talented engineers I’ve worked with stayed stuck in the same role for years, not because they weren’t skilled, but because no one outside their immediate circle knew the impact they were making. Meanwhile, others who actively shared their work, spoke at events, collaborated publicly, or mentored others; they became the names that came up in rooms they weren’t even in yet. That’s what visibility does. For me, building visibility has looked like: 🤝 Sharing what I’m learning- not just what I already know. Posting takeaways from AI research papers, experiments with new tools, and real-world lessons from building systems. 📱Posting behind-the-scenes of projects, including the messy drafts. Sharing wins is easy. Sharing your process builds trust. 🎤 Speaking at meetups, podcasts, and panels Every small talk leads to bigger rooms. It’s all about building reps, and getting more people hear your thoughts. 📚Turning complex technical ideas into simple frameworks. Think: diagrams, cheat sheets, carousels. If people can learn from you easily, they’ll remember you. 🌎 Collaborating publicly and giving credit. Tag teammates, mention mentors, share lessons learned together. Visibility is not a solo game. 👩🏫 Mentoring early-career professionals. Teaching makes your knowledge visible, and it pays forward the support you once needed. 📝 Documenting your journey authentically. Not just “look at this big launch,” but “here’s what I learned this week,” or “here’s where I’m stuck and what I’m trying next.” 👥 Being active in the community- both online and offline. Whether it’s commenting on posts, joining Slack groups, or attending AI meetups, showing up consistently makes a difference. It’s not about becoming a “thought leader.” It’s about becoming someone people remember when opportunities come up. Because at the end of the day: Skill × Visibility = Career Growth If you’re already learning, building, and solving problems, start showing it ❤️ That’s how you grow beyond your current role.

Three years ago, I started posting on LinkedIn with no clear strategy, just a simple goal: share what I was learning about data science and career development. I had no audience, no idea if anyone would care, and honestly, no expectations. But I kept posting. Every week. For three years. Now, with over 5,000 followers and recognition as a LinkedIn Top Voice, I can confidently say that consistency is what built my personal brand. But what did I do differently? I never tried to “go viral.” Instead, I focused on these three things: 1. I showed up. - At the beginning, my posts got almost no engagement. But I treated every post like a long-term investment. I focused on sharing value, and over time, people started noticing. 2. I shared my Journey, not just my expertise. - People don’t just connect with knowledge, they connect with stories. I not only posted about data science tips; I shared what I struggled with, how I broke into the field, and lessons from my career. That made my content more relatable. 3. I made it easy for people to learn from me. - Every post had a clear purpose: teach something, inspire action, or challenge conventional wisdom. I wrote the kind of posts I wished I had seen when I was starting out. Posting consistently led to more than just followers. It brought job opportunities, speaking engagements, and industry recognition. Most importantly, it built credibility—when people see you show up every week for years, they start paying attention. A personal brand isn’t built overnight. It’s built post by post, lesson by lesson, over time. If you’re on the fence about posting, my advice is simple: Start. Keep going. Stay consistent. Your audience will find you.

The LinkedIn Content Strategy That Actually Works: 3 Prompts I Shared at a Recent Industry Webinar. Recently, someone in one of my presentations asked the question: 'How do I create LinkedIn content that actually matters?' Everyone was thinking it, but nobody wanted to admit they were struggling with the same thing. It was my hope that the 3 content frameworks I shared shifted how the audience thought about LinkedIn content. I've added more depth here than I could cover in the presentation—because these aren't just posting templates, they're relationship-building strategies. Here are the three frameworks that I believe consistently drive engagement and establish thought leadership: 1. Lessons Learned: Turn Experience Into Authority Share what you've learned the hard way. People connect with real experience over polished perfection. Structure: "Three years ago, I made a costly mistake that taught me more about [topic] than any course. Here's what happened and what I learned..." 2. Problem-Solving: Showcase Your Value Position yourself as someone who solves problems, not just identifies them. Demonstrate expertise through real examples. Structure: "Every [job title] struggles with [specific problem]. Here's the 3-step process I developed that consistently delivers results..." 3. Perspective Shift: Show Growth Demonstrate intellectual honesty by sharing how your thinking has evolved. This builds trust with professional audiences. Structure: "I used to believe [old perspective] until [specific event] completely changed how I think about [topic]. Here's what I understand now..." Apply These Frameworks Job Seekers: Demonstrate expertise and problem-solving to potential employers. Freelancers: Position yourself as a strategic partner by showing how you approach challenges. Leaders: Build authority by sharing real leadership lessons and evolved thinking. Creators: Establish credibility by sharing your expertise journey and how you help others. The Authenticity Factor The magic isn't in the framework—it's in authenticity. Your real experiences and genuine insights are more compelling than fabricated stories. Start with the framework that feels most natural. Share something real, specific, and valuable. Your turn: Which framework resonates with your experience? Share a post using one of these prompts—I'd love to see your adaptation. To see the 15 minute YouTube video presentation on Linkedin tips for engagement, click on the first comment column. #LinkedInTips #PersonalBranding #AuthenticContent #ContentCreation #CareerGrowth #ThoughtLeadership