With so many people trying to influence the senior people in big organisations, it pays to look smart and highly competent. This can pay huge dividends, literally. The opposite is also true — looking stupid in front of an important audience is like making a gift to your opposition. Here is a short tour through some of the most cringe worthy mistakes made by the unwary. Make sure they don't let these slip into your next influence attempt, because they will quickly erode your credibility, influence and make your confidence fly out the window.

Speaking the wrong language

Using your own jargon, acronyms and inside jokes rather than tuning into their world. Although the primary language may be the same, you can easily appear worlds apart. You may think that Read More