Are you an expert in your field? Maybe a better question would be, "Do you believe you are an expert in your field?"

Most of us do what we like. We like it because we're good at it. Why would anyone spend time doing something they don't like? Being an expert is understanding the areas in your life you do well and doing them....doing them often.

One of the most important aspects of understanding your expertise is looking at your strengths, not other people. Have you ever compared yourself to others? If you answered "yes", I encourage you to STOP right now! We all have something that we do well and it's important to focus on our strengths and acknowledge our expert status.

Being a recognized expert is the best way to advance professionally. What is it about you that makes you different than others in your profession? What you are an expert at and how are you going to share it with others?