How to Build Credibility by Using "We" Framing in Your Review or Job Interview

Key Concepts:

• Framing
• Credibility
• Performance Reviews
• Job Interviews
• "I" vs. "We" statements
• Highlighting individual contributions
• Acknowledging team accomplishments

Framing and Credibility

The transcript emphasizes the importance of "framing" in professional communication, particularly when discussing accomplishments. It argues that framing builds credibility and that lifting others up does not diminish one's own "awesomeness." Instead, the opposite is suggested: acknowledging collective success can enhance personal standing.

Application in Performance Reviews

During performance reviews, where individuals discuss their contributions and team achievements with their employer, the use of "we" statements is expected and prevalent. This framing helps to contextualize individual efforts within the broader team's success.

Navigating Job Interviews

The transcript addresses a common concern during job interviews: the perceived need to exclusively use "I" statements when discussing personal wins. While acknowledging the importance of highlighting individual contributions ("what I did"), the transcript suggests that "we" statements can also be incorporated when necessary. This implies a balanced approach where individual achievements are showcased, but the role of others in contributing to those successes is also recognized. The core argument is that acknowledging team efforts does not detract from personal merit but can, in fact, reinforce credibility.