Expert: having, involving, or displaying special skill or knowledge derived from training or experience
Source: Merriam-Webster dictionary
Credible experts:
- Usually affiliated with a reputable organization, university, research institute, government entity, etc.
- Have authored works that have been characterized or identified as authoritative in a field, by multiple reputable sources
- Have been characterized or identified as an authority in their field, by multiple reputable sources
- Could be considered an authority by virtue of their position (e.g., in a government agency)
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Source:
Udemy. (2020, February 16). How to Become an Expert [Infographic]. https://blog.udemy.com/are-you-really-an-expert/.