Creator Science
#237: Rachel Botsman – Trust expert on how you can earn trust with your audience
Jan 14, 2025
Rachel Botsman, a leading trust expert and author, dives into the complexities of trust in the creator economy. She discusses the importance of integrating integrity and transparency into decision-making, especially regarding sponsorships. The conversation also covers the dual aspects of trust—capability and character—essential for creators to maintain audience loyalty. Botsman emphasizes the need for authentic personal storytelling and accountability, urging creators to genuinely connect with their audiences to build trustworthy relationships.
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Quick takeaways
- Trust is a dynamic phenomenon influenced by competence, reliability, empathy, and integrity, crucial for creators to engage with their audience effectively.
- Authentic transparency, when approached with intention, can bolster trust instead of reducing it, fostering open dialogue even in the presence of distrust.
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