Influencing at the workplace is no longer just about hierarchy—it’s about collaboration, credibility, and the ability to drive change without formal authority. In today’s fast-paced, multi-generational work environment, the ability to persuade, negotiate, and build consensus is a critical skill.

Gen Z, with their digital fluency, has redefined the art of influence—both online and in the workplace. It is a generation who knows how to leverage social media to amplify their voices to using data-driven storytelling and authenticity as tools for credibility. So how are they rewriting traditional influencing techniques?

Find out in this episode as Leadership Coach and Influencing expert Edward Barrows talks about How can leaders including Gen Z become good at Influencing and what normally comes in their way? What is the role of self-awareness in Influencing? How does the company context and culture have an impact on Influencing? Ed dives also into the nuances of influencing across different generations and how Gen Z can adapt their communication style to connect with Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials while staying true to their values. Learn as we get insights into real-world examples, and the playbook Gen Z needs to negotiate, network, and lead without formal authority.

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