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7 Ways to Leverage Your Power at Work

Marshall Goldsmith

Don’t assume that executives can automatically ‘make the connection’ between the benefit to your unit and the benefit to the larger corporation. 3) Strive to win the big battles and don’t waste your energy and ‘psychological capital’ on trivial points. Be prepared to have a realistic discussion of the costs of your idea.

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Influencing Up

Marshall Goldsmith

Don't assume that executives can automatically 'make the connection' between the benefit to your unit and the benefit to the larger corporation. Strive to win the big battles and don't waste your energy and 'psychological capital' on trivial points. Every organization has limited resources, time, and energy.

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Effectively Influencing Decision Makers: Ensuring That Your Knowledge Makes a Difference

Marshall Goldsmith

Don’t assume that executives can automatically “make the connection” between the benefit to your unit and the benefit to the larger corporation. Strive to win the “big battles” – don’t waste your energy and “psychological capital” on trivial points. Do a thorough analysis of ideas before “challenging the system”.

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