Influencing Without Authority
1 Day – Influence & Collaboration Workshop – L5
Managers often need to get things done through people they don’t directly manage. This workshop gives them the tools to influence decisions, shape conversations and win support across teams and stakeholders. Participants learn how to build trust, tailor their message and collaborate effectively across functions, helping them drive progress even without formal authority.
Workshop Overview
Middle managers often need to influence without positional power. This session builds credibility, trust and impact, helping leaders get buy-in from colleagues, peers and stakeholders.
AM Session — Win Support & Build Influence
- Understand the psychology of influence
• Build credibility and trust
• Adapt influencing style to different audiences
• Use persuasive communication techniques
• Remove barriers to buy in
PM Session — Collaborate Across Teams for Success
- Navigate cross-functional dynamics
• Build relationships across departments
• Use collaborative problem-solving tools
• Influence without escalating
• Strengthen organisational visibility
Practical Activities
- Influence style self-assessment
• Stakeholder map
• Influence scenario role-plays
• Collaboration case study
• Cross-team action plan
For group bookings, please contact business@suffolk.ac.uk
