Hmmm, what are you doing here ― reading this? If you’ve been attracted by the title of this, there is a fair chance you may have a nagging feeling that something may be wrong. I’d also guess that you are generally a caring sort of person too, full … [Continue reading]
Consorting with the Enemy
If you want to reduce your stress when managing stakeholders, realise that you do not necessarily have to go into battle with your enemies and adversaries. Many diligent and capable people spend an unnecessary amount of time and energy engaging with … [Continue reading]
Are You an Ethical Influencer? 21 Questions
It is very rare that I meet an unethical influencer ― thankfully! However, there are many I meet whom I wonder about. They operate on the fringes of integrity, in my view. Trouble is, as I have explained elsewhere, integrity means different things to … [Continue reading]
Group, Organisational, Formal and Informal Power
You will probably have noticed that much of the phrasing above suggests personal ownership of assets or skills. This is true; however, the same also applies to groups of individuals or even entire organisations. The combined effect of their … [Continue reading]
Exercise: Informal Groups in Your Organisation
Without doubt, if you aspire to a senior or influential position in any organisation, you will need to open your eyes and see the social structures within it. This exercise will help you to apply your learning to the setting where you wish to be … [Continue reading]
Navigating Informal Group Dynamics
In order to maximise your success, you need to be able to understand and influence decisions made by informal groups which exist in your organisation, particularly those with power. Formal Groups The formal structure of your organisation is often … [Continue reading]
Power and Informal Groups
You can imagine that the level of power owned by an informal group consists of the sum of the personal power of each individual member. As with other ideas, the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. However, this power is often latent or … [Continue reading]
Exercise: How Power Works in Your Organisation
It is not sufficient to just read about power, you need to think about it too. How does what you are reading relate to the environment where you work, or you wish to be successful? That is the purpose of this exercise. Naturally, we are assuming … [Continue reading]
Are You Too Nice to Get Ahead?
Many people rising through the ranks gain their success and promotion by getting the best out of others. Motivating, encouraging and, well, being nice. They consider the goals and dreams of others and find ways of harmonising their own goals with … [Continue reading]
Developing the Right Networks
Having a strong and vibrant network brings access to resources, political intelligence, friendly support and, frankly, enjoyable and rewarding relationships. In many ways, success is likely to be short-lived if you have not got the support of a … [Continue reading]
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