Is Influence Really Powerful?

The Power of Influence

"If you want to build a ship, don't drum the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea" -Antonie de Saint- Expury



Yes, the key to successful leadership is influence, not authority. The best leaders don't force people to do what they want, they persuade them and gain voluntary followers.