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129: Stand Out – How to Be a Thought Leader | with Dorie Clark

Engaging Leader

Many people in the business world believe that working hard will be enough to move their career forward. The competition is fierce, but if you even begin to develop thought leadership, you'll dramatically outpace competitors, most of whom never even try."

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A Culture of Trust

Coaching Tip

Cialdini, author of The Psychology of Persuasion (William Morrow, 1993). "One of the most potent of the weapons of influence around us is the rule for reciprocation. The rule says that we should try to repay, in kind, what another person has provided us." Robert B. Source: Paul J. Related articles.

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Givers give without expectation of immediate return.

Coaching Tip

Traditionally the thinking has been that employers should appeal to workers’ more obvious forms of self-interest: financial incentives, yes, but also work that is inherently interesting or offers the possibility for career advancement. Cialdini, author of "The Psychology of Persuasion" (William Morrow, 1993). Related articles.

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Talking with Each Other @ Work

Coaching Tip

Cialdini, author of The Psychology of Persuasion (William Morrow, 1993) . Leadership in a Gladiator Culture. Books Career Communication Leadership Memes Skills Work life business communication collaboration formula for success innovative thinking law of reciprocity musical chairs networking social capital wayne baker'

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Personal Branding for Introverts

Harvard Business Review

It’s true that many of the best ways to establish your brand in the professional world are still weighted toward extroverts: taking leadership positions in professional associations, starting your own conference or networking group, or — indeed — embracing public speaking (all of which frequently entail extended social contact).

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Great Leaders Embrace Office Politics

Harvard Business Review

When I met Jill (not her real name), she was struggling to make sense of her career setback. Jill was one more victim of what I call the “Kumbaya” school of leadership, which says that being open, trusting, authentic, and positive — and working really hard — is the key to getting ahead. What happened?

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How To Get Others To See Your Potential

Harvard Business Review

When I launched my consulting business seven years ago, I was astonished to find — years later — that acquaintances and even friends hadn''t kept up with my career transition. If you''ve changed careers, or are trying to move up the ladder at your company, others may still think of the "old you." Find a wingman.