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Influencing Without Authority

There is a path in career advancement that isn’t always easy to navigate – the spot between individual contributor and seasoned manager. How can you be an influence at work when you don’t have authority? Communicating and influencing effectively requires shifting from a tactical mindset to a more strategic view. This episode of the Forward Thinking Podcast features FCCS SVP of Marketing and Communications Stephanie Barton and Sally Williamson, CEO of Sally Williamson & Associates, Executive Coach, Executive Presence Expert, Author, Speaker and Storyteller. Together, they consider how to influence outcomes and build credibility to move forward, particularly when authority isn’t part of your title or role.

“Leaders want you in the room for how you think, not just the tasks that you’ll take away.” — Sally Williamson

Insights Include:

  • Making your influence a top 2026 priority
  • Supporting vs. partnering on outcomes
  • Exercises that expand this skill
  • Overcoming common challenges
  • Senior leader shifts
  • Building influence as an introvert or new team member

Read the full show notes.

 
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