Why Real Credibility Comes from Collaboration, Not Chaos
Razum Rajan
Managing Director (Asia). Neuroscience and Growth Psychology | Angel Investor
When I was younger, I thought projecting busyness was the key to respect.
I’d pack my schedule, drop words like “swamped,” and wear my overloaded calendar like a badge of honor.
It made me feel important—like I was proving my value.
Younger professionals may use the “busy” persona to mask gaps in their skills or experience.
But the opposite is true!
What helped me grow was focusing on collaboration and consistency
—it builds credibility faster than busyness!
Showing up prepared, delivering on promises, and being reliable in every interaction spoke louder than any packed calendar ever could.
The Lesson: The quiet credibility of doing the work well and supporting others in the process far outlasts the noise of “I’m so busy.”
Collaboration fosters trust.
Consistency builds respect.
And both lead to opportunities that busyness alone could never unlock.
PS: Curious - How do you ensure your team members focus on impact over appearances?
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3 个月Completely agree! In my experience, credibility comes from showing up consistently, delivering on promises, and working well with others. For example, when my team focuses on clear priorities and supports each other, we see far better results than just trying to “look busy.” One book that highlights this well is Deep Work by Cal Newport, which emphasizes the power of focused, meaningful work over being constantly “on.” To ensure my team focuses on impact, I set clear goals and tie their work to measurable outcomes. We regularly discuss priorities to align efforts with what truly matters, and I make it a point to celebrate meaningful results rather than effort alone. Encouraging collaboration and open feedback also helps shift the focus from individual appearances to collective success. When people see how their contributions drive real progress, they naturally prioritize impact over busyness. 4o
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3 个月So well articulated Razum Rajan. I increasingly see young professionals are assertive. If assertiveness can collaborate with collaboration, I guess the outcome can be transformative.
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3 个月Razum Rajan. Absolutely! The Army taught me when I just turned 15 - I transitioned from Sainik School to National Defence Academy. In the very first week of NDA I learnt the relevance and importance of 'collaboration' in teams. In fact, I think it should be developed as a mindset for developing an attitude.