Influence Skills for HR Leaders

Do you aspire to play a pivotal role in driving organizational decisions and strategic initiatives? If so, it's time to invest in developing your influence skills.

Based on insights from Lattice’s State Strategy Report and data analysis from 2023, it's evident that many HR teams are facing challenges in achieving their goals. Only 11% of HR professionals report exceeding their objectives, with over half admitting to falling short. However, confidence emerges as a key factor distinguishing high-performing HR teams. These teams demonstrate a direct connection to key business objectives and exhibit confidence in their abilities.

This program is designed to empower HR professionals like you to increase your influence and contribute strategically to organizational success. By committing to developing your influence skills, you'll position yourself as a respected and impactful leader within your organization.

Throughout this informative program, you'll learn:

• The Importance of Influence: Understand why developing the ability to influence others is critical for HR professionals.
• Difference Between Influence and Authority: Explore how influence, rather than authority, can yield more impactful outcomes.
• Foundations of Influence: Discover the origins and principles underlying effective influence.
• Characteristics of Influential Professionals: Learn about key traits that distinguish influential individuals within organizations.
• Cultivating Credibility: Acquire strategies for establishing credibility as an influencer in your HR role.
• Building Strategic Relationships: Develop the skills necessary to foster strategic stakeholder relationships critical for influencing organizational decision-making.
• Effective Communication Strategies: Master communication techniques to assert yourself as an influential leader.
• Avoiding Counterproductive Behaviors: Identify behaviors that hinder your ability to be viewed as an influential organizational leader.
• Leveraging Influence for Impact: Learn how to leverage your influence to drive positive change in organizational decision-making, strategic planning, and change management.