Many high-performing professionals reach a point where their success depends less on what they can do individually and more on their ability to influence outcomes across teams, stakeholders, and systems where they have no formal authority. This session focuses on the practical, research-backed skills required to lead in these environments, including building trust, establishing credibility, and aligning others around shared goals without relying on positional power.
Grounded in social science research on persuasion, decision-making, and informal leadership, this session translates theory into applied strategy. Attendees leave with a clear understanding of their current influence gaps, a framework for navigating complex stakeholder dynamics, and concrete tools they can use immediately in high-stakes conversations and cross-functional work.
