Lead from Any Seat: Influence Without Authority
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“Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.” - John C. Maxwell
The ability to influence people toward a desired outcome is both an art and a science that can be accomplished without direct authority. Although it is sometimes more difficult to lead without the weight of a particular job title, this is a skill that can and should be developed. Whether you are an individual contributor, a member of a team, or an aspiring manager, the ability to influence is a beneficial skill for you and your employer. This session will help you understand and harness the power of influence to better communicate your ideas, help implement change, build positive connections, and achieve results.
Attendees will:
Examine what influencing without authority means and what it looks like
Identify sources of authority you can leverage even if you are not a manager
Learn tips about how to build and leverage the power you already have
Discuss the importance of seeking to understand, observing, and asking questions
Review specific strategies to build connections and elicit cooperation