Influence is power—but how you use it determines whether you build lasting success or destroy trust.

Too many people think influence is about pushing an agenda, persuading at all costs, or “winning” at someone else’s expense. That’s not real influence—that’s manipulation. And in the long run, manipulators always lose.

True influence strengthens relationships, builds credibility, and creates mutual success. If you want to influence without damaging trust, these five rules will keep you on the right path. Read More