Building Influence in the Workplace

Overview How To Use This Book What is Workplace Influence? Influence, Power and Responsibility Four Sets of Influencing Values Positioning Your Argument Moral Conflicts: Your Resolve Under Pressure Retaining Influence, Adding Value Building a Reputation Outside Your Department Influencing Irresponsible Colleagues Fragile Alliances, Building a Reputation: A Narrative Case Study References and Recommended Reading

Aryanne Oade

'Aryanne has produced a very comprehensive exposition of the dynamics of influence in the workplace. It is grounded in practical and down to earth language and examples. This book is a must for those who seek to understand better and to develop their influencing effectiveness.' - Philip P. Anderson, Group Head of Executive Development and Succession, AIB 'Building Influence in the Workplace provides the reader with an excellent model by which to analyse how they currently influence others and where and how they can improve their skill in this area. Easy to read and understand, with plenty of reflection points, readers who are committed to developing themselves in this area will find this coaching approach supportive and thought-provoking. I particularly liked Aryanne's challenge to her readers to consider the 'price' of being more influential and whether they are ready for the responsibilities greater influence brings.' - Amanda Whiteford, Head of Learning and Development, Tube Lines'This is an engaging and straight forward guide to influencing. The book will be of value to anyone who needs to influence others in a professional environment. It uses well thought out case studies to help the reader understand the different ways to influence others. The book provides exercises to help you get the most from each chapter and to consider how you can apply the learning from the case studies. It is written in a clear, concise and jargon-free style which makes it an easy and informative read.' - Dr Julie Hodges, Senior Teaching Fellow in Organisational Behaviour and Director of the Full Time MBA Programme, Durham University Business School'Aryanne has tackled this thorny topic very well, with a highly readable and practical guide for managers and employees at all levels within an organisation. Aryanne's analysis and guidance encourages the reader to look inwards as well as outwards in developing highly valuable skills for success in the workplace and indeed in life.' - Kate