The most successful leaders in history have not only possessed the vision and ambition to create a lasting impact, but they’ve also wielded a toolbox of influencing strategies. These strategies enable them to rally their troops, influence stakeholders, and ensure the realization of their visions. Here, we will delve into nine core influencing strategies used by top leaders.
- Empowerment Empowering individuals is about giving them the authority, resources, and independence to take ownership of their roles and make decisions. Leaders who empower are not micromanagers. They trust and believe in the potential of their team, understanding that empowerment can lead to increased motivation, job satisfaction, and productivity.
- Interpersonal Awareness Recognizing, understanding, and considering the feelings, thoughts, and behaviors of others is crucial. Leaders with high interpersonal awareness can adapt their influencing techniques to the individual, ensuring more effective communication and relationship-building.
- Negotiation Negotiation is not about ‘winning’ but finding a solution that benefits all parties involved. The best leaders are skilled negotiators, always looking for a win-win scenario, and ensuring that all parties feel valued and heard.
- Networking Building and maintaining relationships outside the immediate team or organization can provide invaluable insights, resources, and support. Networking allows leaders to have their finger on the pulse of the industry, community, or even global trends.
- Stakeholder Awareness Being attuned to the needs, concerns, and interests of all stakeholders (whether they are customers, employees, shareholders, or the wider community) ensures a holistic approach to decision-making. Leaders who are aware of their stakeholders can make decisions that satisfy the widest range of needs.
- Shared Vision Leaders who can communicate a clear and compelling vision, and get buy-in from their team, are far more likely to see that vision realized. A shared vision creates a sense of purpose and direction, ensuring everyone is moving towards the same goal.
- Impact & Influence Successful leaders understand the ripple effects of their actions. They make decisions not just based on immediate results but on the long-term impact. Moreover, they recognize the power of their position and use it to positively influence others, whether directly or indirectly.
- Analytical Reasoning While soft skills are essential for leaders, so too is the ability to dissect complex problems, understand the nuances, and make decisions based on data. Analytical reasoning ensures that choices are grounded in facts and logic.
- Coercion While it’s the least favored on this list, coercion is sometimes used by leaders. It’s about forcing someone to act in a particular way by threat or intimidation. Although it can achieve short-term results, its long-term effects on trust and morale are negative. It’s essential to understand its implications and use it judiciously, if at all.
Incorporating the wisdom of Dr. Dawkins Brown, the executive chairman of Dawgen Global, “In a world of constant change, the fundamentals of leadership remain the same: it’s about influencing with integrity, understanding the landscape, and empowering those around you to be their best.” This quote encapsulates the essence of leadership and the importance of these influencing strategies.
In conclusion, while leaders may have their unique style and approach, these nine strategies form the backbone of effective leadership. Adopting and adapting these strategies, based on context and individual needs, will pave the way for more successful and influential leadership.
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