Mastering The Power Skills

Do you know someone in the workplace who always seems to win support for their ideas and initiatives? Have you ever wondered what this person's favorite go-to strategies are for winning other people over? If you want to know the exact strategies required to up-level your influence and persuasion, today's episode is for you.

Three different leaders are featured on the show this week, each of them considered highly skilled when it ...

The annual budget season can be a particularly stressful time in the corporate world. Will you get funding for the important resources you need next year? Will you win approval for projects and initiatives that you feel are valuable? Or instead, will decision makers shoot down your ideas? 

If you're ready to make this the year where decision makers are actually excited to hear your budget proposals, listen in this week. You'll le...

Self-promotion typically gets a bad rap. Lots of people think of promoting themselves as sales-y, arrogant, or being a braggart. Maybe you've held yourself back from articulating your value because you didn't want to come across in this way. My guest this week, however, believes self-promotion, at its core, is about confidently, gracefully, and authentically telling your story.

Debby Stone is the founder and CEO of Novateur Partn...

If you're plagued with the feeling of falling behind, even when others praise you for your productivity, you're not alone. The wiring of high achievers means you're especially likely to feel this way, and it's time to understand why so you can feel empowered about your time, which will ultimately help you exercise the power skills more effectively.

Tune in this week to learn why high achievers are vulnerable to feeling like they'...

It's easy to slip into a victim mindset when things are changing in your organization or you're facing workplace challenges. So in this episode, you'll learn some tips, tricks, and strategies for avoiding the trap of falling into a victim mentality, and instead start cultivating an empowered mindset for dealing with challenging circumstances in your organization. 

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There's one annual event that's common to every corporation, regardless of company cultures and geographies: budget season. Discover how to navigate budget season effectively and increase the odds of approval for your budget expenses. You'll hear how to make your proposals more persuasive, top tips for spelling out the return on investment of your ideas, and a three-part approach for explaining your budget proposal in a way that le...

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between being a good learner and developing mastery of a skill? The key distinction is that those who develop mastery of their skills have a few simple practices in their toolkit, and you'll hear what they are on this week's episode.

Discover two practices that will help you develop your mastery, and key questions to ask yourself that will hel...

Whether it's motivating someone to advocate for your ideas, or needing them to use their authority for your voice to be heard, why is it so hard to get others to move into action on your behalf? 

Learn the tools at your disposal to increase your win rate when it comes to getting others to advocate for you. You'll hear the common reasons most people don't naturally move into action when you want them to, why understanding these re...

If you find yourself juggling various priorities and not being as productive as you'd like, you're in the right place. Hear one power thought that will help you increase productivity. You'll learn why being in action mode can feel like you're getting lots done when in reality you're often being reactive to your circumstances, and how to master the dance that is productivity. 

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If you're an introvert, you might be envious of your more extroverted colleagues. They network and form new relationships all the time, so it seems like extroverts have an advantage when it comes to creating influence. However, the truth is, introverts can be world-class influencers as well. You just need to play to your strengths instead of copying the approaches used by extroverts.

Discover a simple technique introverts can use...

Research shows that deliberately and intentionally choosing a new thought to think in instances where you're not feeling like your usual, capable self can shift your emotional state in a more positive direction. In these mini episodes, you'll learn simple power thoughts that will make you more effective and get you back in the game when necessary.

This week, hear one quick, high-impact th...

Have you ever felt frustrated when a project you've been working on gets derailed due to someone else's negligence? It's an unpleasant surprise that can set you back and make you feel powerless. But fear not, because in this week's episode, we will be sharing the final installment of our three-part series on the magic formula for managing others.

Join us as we discuss two effective ways to prevent others from getting off track, e...

Much of your time as a leader is spent asking people to get things done. Yet few of you were taught how to do this in a way that increases the odds that you'll actually get the results you want. The good news is there's a powerful checklist you can follow to become an expert at making requests.

Listen in this week to learn a five-point checklist for setting crystal clear expectations. You'll hear why it's vital for you to spell o...

Wouldn't it be delightful if every time you asked your team, peers, or even your boss to do something, they actually did it? And not just got it done, but executed it on time, well, and without requiring constant reminders and nudges from you?

Listen in for the first of a three-part series where you'll learn a magic formula for managing others to get higher-caliber results with less friction. You'll hear how mastering this magic ...

As a leader, you often have to ask your team to address challenges or solve problems that aren't easy. You might feel awkward making the request, and they might feel reluctant to stretch beyond their normal comfort zone. What if you could make that request in a way that inspires and energizes your team?

If you want an all-in and engaged team when it comes to challenging tasks, listen in to hear why inspiration is necessary and so...

This week, you'll learn a different approach to the job search and interview process; one that dials down the risk of landing a bad-fit role, and dials up the likelihood of a good-fit role that you can flourish in. And the best news is this is a repeatable process you can use to optimize opportunities that come your way for the entirety of your career.

Discover why spotting red flags in a potential bad-fit opportunity are often c...

Being kind to others is hopefully something you're already committed and attentive to as a leader, but what about being kind to yourself? This is something most high achievers don't invest enough time in.

Discover the power of showing yourself a little love and kindness. You'll learn why high achievers are prone to being unkind to themselves, how your power and influence depend on avoiding this blind spot, and two e...

If you've ever had the experience of stepping into a new role or undertaking a major project, there's one question that you've probably expected to get asked: what is your 90-day plan?

Discover how to take your answer to the question of your first 90-day plan from acceptable to wow-worthy. You'll hear five simple but powerful tips that will help you clarify the value you have to offer, and in turn, show other people the meaningfu...

Whether you're leading a meeting or are a passive participant, meetings are an excellent opportunity for you to establish a strong leadership presence. But when there are generally lots of people talking, usually with one or two dominating the airspace, how do you get heard? What can you do if you're an introvert who dislikes talking extensively in meetings?

Tune in this week to learn three deceptively powerful techniques for dem...