Creating Change & Influencing

In this session, you’ll explore how your natural strengths shape the way you influence others. You’ll assess your emotional intelligence and communication style, then identify your unique influence style and how to apply it effectively across different situations. Strengthening this self-awareness will help you lead with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.

To create change, you must first pinpoint the obstacles in your path. This involves a deep dive into the issues that matter most to you and understanding the dynamics at play in your professional environment.

In this session, you'll learn how to use the fishbone diagram as a powerful tool for creating change and increasing your influence. By visually breaking down complex challenges into root causes—such as processes, people, environment, or mindset—you’ll uncover what’s really holding you back. This clarity allows you to focus your energy on what truly matters, making your efforts to influence outcomes more targeted, strategic, and effective.

In this session, you’ll explore the Influence vs. Interest Matrix to map out key stakeholders in your change journey. Understanding who is most affected by the change and who holds the power to influence it will help you prioritize your efforts, tailor your communication, and build strategic alliances. This tool enables you to influence more effectively by focusing on the right people, at the right time, in the right way.

In this session, you’ll learn how to build a clear, actionable plan to influence change effectively. Whether you're launching a project, driving a decision, or gaining buy-in, approaching the process with a step-by-step strategy will help you stay focused and impactful. You'll incorporate stakeholder insights, map out key actions like meetings, data gathering, and resistance management, and ensure communication stays strong throughout. With a solid plan in place, you're ready to move forward with clarity and confidence- starting with your 10-step influence strategy.

In this session, you’ll learn how to effectively engage stakeholders and navigate resistance in times of change. You’ll explore how to build trust, address concerns with empathy, and mobilize support by crafting a clear engagement strategy. Whether someone is a supporter or a skeptic, understanding their perspective will help you influence more effectively and drive lasting impact.

In this session, you’ll explore practical tips to strengthen your influence in everyday situations. From small daily interactions to high-stakes conversations, you’ll learn how to apply your influence style with intention, adapt to different audiences, and build confidence through consistent practice.

In this closing session, you’ll celebrate your progress in creating change and influencing others. We’ll reflect on key lessons and introduce personalized challenges to help you deepen your impact, confidence, and authentic leadership as you continue your journey. This is the start of a stronger, more empowered chapter.