Colin Gautrey

Fire! Fire! Controlling the Unseen Threat to Organisational Survival

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Within many organisations, there is a fire burning, out of control, and out of sight. Those who can see it are impotent to do anything. They watch with growing despair, or simply jump ship. The threats to organisational success today are big, very big. Technology, AI, competition, Brexit, regulation, trade barriers, wars. It’s a long list. But don’t be fooled. Read More

Diane Dromgold’s Vision for Inspirational Project Managers

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Diane Dromgold, Managing Director of RNC Global Projects has been a friend and colleague for nearly 10 years. Her experience at the sharp end of Project Management is extensive. At one time, she employed over 100 project managers working with major global names and even the Australian government. Diane is recognised as one of the top 100 influencers in Project Management globally. She also key notes presentations at the annual conference of the Association of Global Management Studies who have over 100,000 members. She also has some strong opinions, as you will see in this interview where we talk about the changing role of project managers and her vision for inspirational project managers. Read More

Caroline Goyder Interview

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Since discovering Caroline many years ago I have been a strong advocate of her work - you will be too as soon as you watch her TEDx (see below). Caroline is the author of Gravitas: Communicate with Confidence, Influence and Authority and creator of The Gravitas Method (a powerful audio series that I have used personally and recommend to my clients). Imagine my delight when she agreed to this interview. During our time together, our conversation ranged far and wide, though we managed to stick to topic - gravitas. What we explored is the deeper essence which sits behind gravitas, and the more practical side - how you can show up with greater confidence, bearing and become more successful. Enjoy!     Read More

The Influential Executive: Nine Critical Capabilities

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To get to the top you have to be good at your job. You also have to be extremely good at influence, especially if you work in a competitive environment where egos, personal agendas and politics are rife. Over the last 15 years I have helped hundreds of senior people make it to the top in large organisations. They have risen above the norm, moved faster than average, and developed an unusual sense of security. Here are the nine capabilities that enabled them to distinguish themselves, and become extraordinarily successful – and they are not what you will learn in business school, or on the majority of leadership development programmes. Read More

Morag Barrett Interview

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Morag Barrett knows a thing or two about communication, as you will quickly realise when you watch this fascinating interview. She is the author of Cultivate: The Power of Winning Relationships and The Future Proof Workplace. Both of which I highly recommend. We've know each other for many years and regularly share ideas with each other, but never before have we been able to capture this so well. In our discussion Morag shares her ideas about change, and the harsh reality of the current work environment. Definitely highly stimulating, and I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Read More

An Introduction to Influential Leadership

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This text is taken from the original draft manuscript of Influential Leadership: A Leader's Guide to Getting Things Done and is provided here to enrich your learning on the Strategic Influencer Programme.

Introduction

Leadership is about driving progress towards a vision or goal with the help and support of others. The quality of leadership varies greatly as do the behaviours, skills and characteristics of good leaders. It seems that no two leaders are the same. One thing common to all leaders is the need to influence others. They have to get people thinking, feeling and acting differently than they would otherwise have done. They have to create change in others. The more effective they at influencing those around them, the more progress they will make. They will also gain recognition for their leadership ability. When leaders are effective influencers they are able to win over opposition, motivate people to go that extra mile and get others to innovate and collaborate towards the goal or vision.  They all face challenges, but because of the way they lead through influence, objections, problems and road blocks are easily overcome. Read More

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