Influence and Effective Leadership

The ability to influence is an essential leadership skill and should never be confused with power or control. To influence is to have an impact on the behaviors, attitudes, opinions, and choices of others. Effective leaders increase their influence with others as they build trust with colleagues.

Learning Objectives

• Explain the definition of leadership
• Understand great man theory
• Learn trait theory
• Apply transformational leadership concepts
• Learn to adapt leadership styles
• Understand how to lead by directing and participating
• Learn effective delegation techniques
• Explain Kouzes and Posner Leadership theories
• Conduct a personal inventory
• Create an action plan
• Establish personal goals