The sophisticated ability of humans to influence and be influenced by each other is probably one of the key foundations of the evolutionary success of our species. It’s an essential part of human communication and a powerful tool in both the personal and professional lives of people of all sorts. We all need to use the art of influencing others in some aspect of our lives, from finding out your influencing style to practising influencing tactics, this programme equips you with the skill to change minds and confidently express your views and put your persuasion skills into action.
After the workshop, you will be able to:
- Define Influencing others and understand its importance as a skill
- Identify the characteristics of a great influencer.
- Distinguish between effective and ineffective ways to influence others
- Understand the role of body language when influencing others
- Find out their influencing style and understand the different influencing styles
- Apply storytelling techniques to extend influence
Outline
1. Influencing People, an introduction
- What does influencing people mean?
- Importance of influencing as a skill
- Open Vs Subtle influence
- Characteristics of a great influencer
2. Effective Vs Ineffective ways to influence
- Ineffective ways to influence others
- Effective ways to influence others
- Positive and Negative consequences
- Influencing change skill practice activity
3. Whole body influencing
- Body language and Influencing
- Needs Vs Desires
- Understanding resistance and how to overcome it
- Find out your influencing style – Self Assessment.
4. Understanding your influencing style
- Push/Pull styles of influence – Activity
- Understanding the 4 influencing styles
- Stages of success in each influencing style
- Effective influence tactics
5. Brief Practice Sessions for Delivering your presentation
- Participants will engage in practice sessions by delivering a talk, presentation or facilitating a group discussion to influence the audience on their ideas and/or concepts.
6. Workshop Wrap-Up
- At the end of the course, students will have an opportunity to ask questions and fill out an action plan.