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Influence Training Program
Fierce Influence®

Build trust and credibility where no formal authority exists.

Influence training teaches more than just persuasion; it helps people understand different viewpoints, overcome resistance, and work together towards common goals.

Inspire commitment and drive positive change, even without formal power.

In today’s collaborative work environments, traditional top-down management is becoming obsolete. Influence is more crucial than ever, not just for leaders but for all employees. Fierce Influence training equips your team with the skills needed to build trust, gain credibility, and effectively navigate the workplace—enabling them to inspire commitment and drive positive change, even without formal authority.

Unlike traditional programs that focus solely on persuasion techniques, Fierce Influence delves deeper. It helps individuals understand diverse perspectives, overcome resistance, and collaborate towards common goals. Investing in this training not only makes your employees more effective but also fosters a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared responsibility—critical for long-term success in our interconnected world.

How do you empower your team to lead change and foster commitment without formal authority? How do you create an environment where influence drives innovation and collaboration?

Fierce Influence is the solution. Backed by 25 years of research and 10,000 hours developing global leaders, our program empowers your team to:

► Build trust and credibility within their sphere of influence
► Understand and leverage various sources of positive, earned influence
► Develop strategies to build expertise and overcome resistance
► Engage in impactful conversations that lead to mutually beneficial solutions

Fierce exists to strengthen human-to-human connections. We partner with our clients to transform organizational cultures by building conversational skills that spark curiosity, ignite innovation, invite cross-boundary collaboration, and solve their toughest business challenges.

INFLUENCE TRAINING OVERVIEW

In the Fierce Influence program, master facilitators reveal:
  • Conversation steps to overcome resistance
  • How to establish and expand your sphere of influence within any group
  • Techniques for engaging and persuasive communication across all levels
  • Strategies to navigate and reconcile diverse perspectives for informed decision-making
  • Methods to foster trust and respect, crucial for effective influence
You’ll find yourself turning to the Influence program whenever you need to:
  • Influence outcomes without direct authority
  • Drive change or innovation within your organization
  • Assess and leverage opportunities effectively
  • Address and resolve complex challenges
  • Lead and manage critical projects or initiatives
Influence training can be delivered via a blend of any of the below formats:
  • In-person training
  • Virtual training
  • On-demand courses

Based on 25 Years of Research and Multiple Bestsellers

We literally wrote the books on impactful conversations.

Now in its updated edition with millions of copies sold, the Fierce Conversations series continues to revolutionize personal and professional relationships. Both Fierce Conversations and Fierce leadership have been awarded USA Today’s Top 40 Business Books and frequented each of the leading bestseller lists.

Authored by Susan Scott, a best-selling author and renowned leadership development architect, these essential guides form the foundation of the highly acclaimed Fierce training program. Since 2001, Susan has helped top executives engage in vibrant dialogue through her keynote presentations, TedX Talks, and customized corporate training solutions. Her bold yet practical approach challenges individuals to have honest and impactful conversations.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY

We’ve trained over 2.5 million learners and 66% of the Fortune 500. See the transformative impact Fierce is having on their teams.

“I wanted to create an environment that focused on seeking out the diverse perspectives of all team members, whether that’s a frontline supervisor, a manager, a director or a vice president. Using this approach helped me and the team diversify our thinking so that we can make better decisions on behalf of the business.”

Peter Neill

VP of Business Operations, Comcast

“We have a cultural desire to be warm and welcoming, but that doesn’t mean we can’t talk openly about things. Teams who embrace the strategies are more cohesive and able to move forward rapidly.”

Darla Balzer

Sr. Learning Specialist, Starbucks

“The skills learned have the potential to bring a complete transformation to the conversation you and your team members have.”

Peter Lynch

VP of Learning, Aimco

WHAT MAKES FIERCE TRAINING DIFFERENT?

Our award-winning approach is designed to drive immediate, measurable impact. We tailor each confrontation training experience to your audience and organization’s goals, tracking progress every step of the way. This dedication to driving change earned us 2024’s Innovation of the Year, Best HR & Employee Experience, and Best Corporate Learning Solution from the American Business Awards.

Fierce Influence® is not a lecture series. Our master facilitator-led training demands hands-on participation. You’ll tackle real-life confrontation challenges by working through the situations you bring to each session, building practical confrontation skills that are easy to implement and highly effective.

Most importantly, Fierce training is completely customizable. Choose from a range of program and delivery options to maximize impact and ensure your team can effectively manage conflicts, maintain a positive team dynamic, and build a culture of open communication and continuous improvement.

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