Description
Truth is - the title doesn’t make the leader, skills and influence do.
And regardless of title or recognition, you have more influence than you realize.
So now the question is, how do you own that influence? And use it to create substantial change and impact?
In today’s episode, I dive in with some powerful insights for assessing where you are in terms of leading and influencing without authority and FIVE important tips to help you with this critical leadership skill.
I dive into:
[8:10] What a title affords you - and what it does not! [9:15] Some typical attributes of leaders who can influence without authority [12:20] A common struggle right now in the workplace - and why it’s an opportunity to learn this essential leadership skill [16:15] What influence is - and what it isn’t! [18:30] 5 steps to help you influence without authority (and why step #1 is all about curiosity) [19:40] What becoming an expert does for your influence - and the trap to avoid! [22:50] Organizational knowledge = greater influence [23:55] Why others’ state of emotions is an important factor in your own influence [26:00] What you need to let go of for the 5th and final step
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