John Neffinger on The Qualities That Make Us Influential

Achieve Great Things

What makes someone influential? What qualities do people see in compelling communicators and charismatic leaders? At a time when many people seem to be losing faith in institutions, what can leaders and organizations do to build trust and influence? On this episode of Achieve Great Things, we’ll explore these questions with John Neffinger, who co-authored a book that’s required reading at Harvard, Columbia and other business schools around the world. It’s called "Compelling People." It’s full of scientific insights and practical skills you can use to be a more influential leader or build a more influential organization.