Take a moment and think of someone at work whom you trust, find credible, and who you respect. Perhaps it’s a mentor, accountability partner, boss, coworker, or colleague. What three qualities come to mind when you consider that person? Maybe they communicate clearly,...
20 Lessons Learned in 20 Years of Business It’s been 20 years since taking the leap to start Stacey Hanke, Inc. I felt confident I could teach others to become influential leaders. What I didn’t realize was how much I would personally learn about leadership and...
4 Ways Influence Can Affect Your Personal Brand Did you know you are influencing others, even when you don’t know it? Like it or not, you are always under surveillance. Whether it is your child sitting in another room listening to your conversation, or a coworker...
3 Ways to Boost Your Influence with Active Listening Active listening boosts your influence, whether you are in a virtual, in-person or hybrid meeting. It demonstrates your commitment and sincere interest in hearing what others have to say. Active listening is not...
Feedback. This one simple word elicits complicated feelings, but it is the one thing we all need to grow. Whether you are getting or giving feedback, trust is the one component needed to make it land in a positive way. Without trust, feedback – given or received – is...