Influence as a leader is the ability to change behaviours or to inspire action in someone. As a leader, the ability to influence others will be necessary to achieving business objectives. Some leaders can naturally influence; however, it is also a skill that can be learned.
Some people equate influence with persuasion. You can change behaviour through influence; how strong an effect your influence has on the behaviour is its impact. Impactful influence results in lasting changes to behaviour through being heard and considered credible. There are several methods and principles we can apply to influence with impact. This simulation will teach you the most effective ways to influence for the greatest impact.