This is How to Become a Thought Leader at Work
When you become a thought leader, you can become the face and voice of your company
Thought leaders inspire change and solve problems. They have a strong reputation for being leaders at their companies and in their field of work. They position themselves as forward-thinkers who can earn trust with their colleagues, customers, and prospects.
Thought leadership is an excellent way to position yourself as an expert and influencer in your industry.
There are many definitions of thought leadership. For example, here are three that come to mind:
“A thought leader is recognized by peers, customers and industry experts as someone who deeply understands the business they are in, the needs of their customers and the broader marketplace in which they operate. They have distinctively original ideas, unique points of view and new insights.” — Joel Kurtzman, founding editor, Strategy & Business
“A thought leader is someone who looks at the future and sets a course for it that others will follow. Thought leaders look at existing best practices then come up with better practices. They foment change, often causing great disruption.”— Shel Israel, a writer
“I define thought leadership as creating a…
