This book is about action, results and leadership. Using a simple new framework, it will show you how to make the sort of progress in your work which your organization wants and needs. At the same time, this progress will give you the space to become a real leader. A leader who is strong, inspirational, and able to drive the results your company needs while keeping your people on board. One of the best ways to create the time you need to get results and get ahead is to become highly influential - that way, you don't have to do it all yourself. Influential Leadership will show you practical ways to become more influential and create the time you need to be the most effective leader you can be.
Influence is a skill no effective leader can be without, but it can be a difficult one to master. Using a simple new framework, Influential Leadership demonstrates how to become a leader who is strong, inspirational, and able to drive results. Gautrey helps readers better understand their leadership potential by discussing purpose and passion, and vision and strategy. With an emphasis on the role of trust and power, this book provides practical guidance to becoming a more effective leader. Readers will learn how to: -Get bigger, better and safer results through influence -Become a leader who gets more done -Drive practical action in their organization -Create an overall framework for their personal leadership career to guide their developmental activities and harness their passion -Build the capability to continuously develop their leadership and results in tune with their goals and environment -Demonstrate that they've got what it takes to become a great leader "--
Mike Phipps and Colin Gautrey’s first book, 21 Dirty Tricks at Work, presented the most common political tactics used by individuals in the workplace. This book helped many people around the world handle these tactics in a constructive and assertive manner. What was not tackled were the more strategic political situations that people find themselves in when others exert their power and influence, the type of political campaigns that can leave individuals feeling bemused, fearful and paralyzed. Political Dilemmas at Work will present real political challenges in an original and engaging way - which will be instantly recognizable by any experienced manager. Then, based on the authors' experience of coaching managers and directors, they will offer analysis and practical tools and tips about how to deal effectively in these situations. With the workplace becoming more political and competitive by the day, Political Dilemmas at Work will come to the rescue. This book will become required reading for anyone who is ambitious and wants to ensure that they do not fall foul of negative organizational politics.
21 Dirty Tricks at Work is about lies. The type of underhand, pernicious and downright Machiavellian scheming that goes on in business every day. An estimated £7.8bn is lost each year in the UK alone though unnecessary and counter-productive office politicking. But 21 Dirty Tricks at Work is also a book of hope. It exposes the classic manoeuvres and gives practical advice on dealing with them to the vast majority who just want to do a good day's work. 21 Dirty Tricks at Work provides you with all the information you need to spot negative tactics and self-interested strategies. It shows you how to spot the games frequently being played and how to come out with your credibility intact and your sanity preserved. So, if you are fed-up of being on the receiving end of constant backbiting and skulduggery from workmates, join hands with the authors and get Machiavelli on the run!
Sorting your Enemies from your Advocates, your Players from your Critics, is just one step in the Stakeholder Influence Process described in this book. Developed by the author while working with executives, leaders, and managers around the world, this process is powerful and simple. It will help you to achieve your goals faster and with greater buy-in. In just one hour you can be up and running with a new strategy to influence your stakeholders. Don t buy this book if you have the time and inclination for studying theoretical concepts. You ll be disappointed in less than an hour. Do buy this book if you re in a hurry and want to accelerate your achievements and your goals. You ll be moving faster in less than an hour. Reviews Colin is very engaging in his workshops and it is great to see the way he has captured his energy and enthusiasm, along with his simple techniques, in such a concise book. I think you re going to enjoy this and I hope it brings you even greater success in the future. Foreword by Dr. Gary Ranker, The Global Senior Executive Coach. "In today's world of work where traditional organizational hierarchy is less important than your influencing and networking skills, Advocates & Enemies will help you take simple actions to significantly increase your chances of being successful and build collaborative relationships. Colin cuts to the chase and skips the theory." Paul Jon Martin, Global HR Business Partner, Group Operations, Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. "There is a powerful underpinning integrity to the way that Colin illustrates his insights and expertise. This book is a gem that stands out from the crowd and I would recommend it wholeheartedly." Liggy Webb, author of The Happy Handbook and Thank You. "This is a book which contains some simple yet profound truths about our ability to persuade and influence others. It is an important book and its impact should be immense. Damian Hughes, author of Liquid Thinking. In addition to learning how to use the process, you will also be shown how to: decode organizational power and its impact on decision making; explore conflicting agendas; analyse risks and opportunities and create stronger business relationships. Packed full of simple and practical ideas it will not take you long to discover something new that you can do to become more successful. It doesn t matter what level you have reached, if you want to become more influential, and you want to make big things happen, this book will help you!
21 Dirty Tricks at Work is about lies. The type of underhand, pernicious and downright Machiavellian scheming that goes on in business every day. An estimated £7.8bn is lost each year in the UK alone though unnecessary and counter-productive office politicking. But 21 Dirty Tricks at Work is also a book of hope. It exposes the classic manoeuvres and gives practical advice on dealing with them to the vast majority who just want to do a good day's work. 21 Dirty Tricks at Work provides you with all the information you need to spot negative tactics and self-interested strategies. It shows you how to spot the games frequently being played and how to come out with your credibility intact and your sanity preserved. So, if you are fed-up of being on the receiving end of constant backbiting and skulduggery from workmates, join hands with the authors and get Machiavelli on the run!
This book is about action, results and leadership. Using a simple new framework, it will show you how to make the sort of progress in your work which your organization wants and needs. At the same time, this progress will give you the space to become a real leader. A leader who is strong, inspirational, and able to drive the results your company needs while keeping your people on board. One of the best ways to create the time you need to get results and get ahead is to become highly influential - that way, you don't have to do it all yourself. Influential Leadership will show you practical ways to become more influential and create the time you need to be the most effective leader you can be.
Mike Phipps and Colin Gautrey’s first book, 21 Dirty Tricks at Work, presented the most common political tactics used by individuals in the workplace. This book helped many people around the world handle these tactics in a constructive and assertive manner. What was not tackled were the more strategic political situations that people find themselves in when others exert their power and influence, the type of political campaigns that can leave individuals feeling bemused, fearful and paralyzed. Political Dilemmas at Work will present real political challenges in an original and engaging way - which will be instantly recognizable by any experienced manager. Then, based on the authors' experience of coaching managers and directors, they will offer analysis and practical tools and tips about how to deal effectively in these situations. With the workplace becoming more political and competitive by the day, Political Dilemmas at Work will come to the rescue. This book will become required reading for anyone who is ambitious and wants to ensure that they do not fall foul of negative organizational politics.
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