82. Using Persuasion To Influence Up

  In this episode, Patricia and Juliana dive into the critical skills of persuasion and influence. They discuss the challenges of managing up, particularly when lacking the necessary resources or authority. Offering actionable insights on observation, preparation, and leveraging emotional intelligence, they show how to get decision-makers on your side. Learn about the importance of understanding the priorities and pressures of each stakeholder, building credibility, and cultivating trust to effectively lead from any position.   We'll talk about: 00:00 Introduction to Elevated Leadership 00:33 The Importance of Persuasion and Influence 01:15 Challenges in Managing Up 02:45 Strategies for Effective Persuasion 05:13 Understanding Decision Makers 12:51 Building Relational Equity 22:03 Final Thoughts on Persuasion 24:21 Conclusion and Wrap-Up   Connect with Me: Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/pmortega Get started with your career move: Download The Career Transition Checklist Click here to learn about coaching  Connect with Julianna: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Newsletter signup⁠