To become a respected professional you must acquire a great amount of knowledge. Although Age is relevant to experience. Knowledge is a synonym of experience. My advice to you is to know more than your client does, simple as that. STUDY STUDY STUDY. If it's relevant to your business you must make it your business to know more about your business than your client.
Ghost a character on Power say's it best "“I make it my business to know what you know Ms. Sheraton, if I’m doing my job I should know what you want before you ask me for it”
It translates to being prepared. Don't lie, don't build a mirage, be honest to yourself and to your profession. You will come across people like Ben Sears that can offer more to you if you are just being honest with them. Hope this helps.
