Mastering the Art of Influence for Stakeholder Management (Classroom & Asynchronous)
About This Course
Unlock the Power of Influence in Decision-Making. Decision-making is a dynamic process that combines wisdom and strategic thinking, with trust and influence playing crucial roles in achieving successful outcomes.
In today’s world, mastering “soft skills” is essential for effectively persuading a diverse range of stakeholders. This two-day Korn Ferry Academy course will guide you in nurturing trust-based relationships within your workplace and equip you with techniques to influence others positively, ensuring mutually beneficial results for clients and team members alike—even in situations where resistance may arise.
Mastering the Art of Influence for Stakeholder Management empowers you to harness influence for effective leadership. In this course, you’ll explore strategies for engaging internal and external stakeholders, navigate office dynamics, and advance your career. You’ll explore practical approaches to influencing individuals who may resist change, whether it’s driving organisational transformation or shaping workplace culture. By learning adaptable influencing styles for different scenarios, you’ll be equipped to steer decisions, lead change, and foster collaboration.
What You'll Learn
- Assess the Impact of the Six Power Bases: Analyse how they can shape behaviour and decision-making across all levels of an organisation, including interactions with superiors, subordinates, peers and external stakeholders.
- Develop Strategies for Building a Trustworthy Professional Reputation: Identify actionable strategies to establish a professional reputation that highlights your value and fosters trust.
- Evaluate and Strengthen Your Professional Network: Assess the current strength and value of your professional relationships and discover effective methods to expand your network for greater influence.
- Identify and Adapt Your Influencing Style: Determine your dominant influencing style and evaluate its effectiveness in various workplace situations, learning when to adjust your approach for maximum impact.
- Practice the 5 Cs of Influential Conversations: Engage in role-play activities to apply the 5 Cs of influential conversations, showcasing your ability to adapt these techniques to diverse workplace scenarios.
Entry Requirements
- Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents