Clear Enough with Drew Bushman

Credibility Over Charisma: Build Influence That Lasts

In this episode of Clear Enough, Drew explores the difference between charisma and credibility, arguing that credibility sustains influence while charisma only attracts short-term attention.

Through personal stories and practical advice, he outlines five key ingredients of credibility—reliability, humility, consistency, preparation, and resilience—and offers concrete steps for building or rebuilding trust at work.

The episode includes journal prompts to help listeners reflect on their own styles, and emphasizes that credibility compounds over time and matters most when the stakes are high.