Influencing Results Without Authority

OBJECTIVES:

At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

bulletEstablish or regain credibility so you can begin to influence
bulletLet work styles and communication differences work for you
bulletSell your ideas and implement change successfully
bulletAchieve trust and give-and-take relationships
bulletProject self-confidence without being pushy
bulletKnow your assets, blind spots and hidden biases
bulletApply a "win-win" model to conflict

CONTENT:

I. AUTHORITY VS. INFLUENCE

A. Distinguish Between Authority and Influence

B. Tools of Reciprocity and Mutual Exchange for Influence

 

II. HOW PERSONAL PREFERENCES ENABLE OR HINDER INFLUENCE

A. The Key Characteristics of the Four Personality Profiles

B. Blind Spots and Downside of Your Own Profile

III. UNDERSTANDING OTHERS

A. Flex Style to Adapt to the Profiles of Others

B. Give and Receive Feedback

IV. THE ROLE OF LISTENING IN INFLUENCE

A. Listening Style and Capabilities

B. Assumptions Influence Actions

 

V. CONFLICT

A. Conflict Resolution Preference

B. Appropriate Style for the Situation

 

VI. NEGOTIATIONS

A. The Basics of "Win-win" Negotiations

B. Generate Options

C. "Win-Win" Tactics

LENGTH: 2 days

AUDIENCE: Managers, supervisors, team leaders, project managers and office professionals who need to get work done through others—even when they do not have direct authority.

METHOD:  Classroom