Are You an Influence Apprentice, Adept, or Master?

Mastering influence is not about tricks or quick fixes—it’s a skill, refined over time. The greatest influencers make things happen effortlessly, as if by magic—but behind that magic is strategy, practice, and deep understanding. This self-assessment is built on my research at Warwick Business School and insights from my book Influential Leadership. It’s designed to help you reflect on where you stand today and develop a clear pathway toward greater influence and achievement. How do you measure up? Are you a Master, moving with poise and grace, shaping outcomes with ease? Or are you still the Apprentice, experimenting but not yet sure what really works? Wherever you are now, this is your opportunity to take stock, build clarity, and move forward with purpose. ➡ Let’s find out. Read More

Clarity of Purpose & Direction

Do you have a clear vision for your leadership and influence?

Influential professionals know where they are heading and can communicate their purpose clearly. A strong sense of direction inspires others and ensures their influence is strategic, not accidental.

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Master – Developing Your Influence

You have advanced influence skills and can navigate power dynamics with ease. You likely operate at a highly strategic level, anticipating challenges and positioning yourself for long-term impact.  

Part 1: Creating Your Influence Development Plan

Improving your influence skills is a deliberate process that requires reflection, planning, and action. Since you’ve now completed the Master of Influence Assessment and identified your score, the next step is to develop a personal plan for growth.

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Adept – Developing Your Influence

You have a good grasp of influence and are actively using it, but there are still areas to refine and master. You likely have some strong influence strategies, but they may not yet be fully strategic, consistent, or second nature.  

Part 1: Creating Your Influence Development Plan

Improving your influence skills is a deliberate process that requires reflection, planning, and action. Since you’ve now completed the Master of Influence Assessment and identified your score, the next step is to develop a personal plan for growth.

Here’s how to approach it: Read More

Apprentice – Developing Your Influence

You are at the early stages of developing your influence skills. You may still be figuring out how power and influence operate in the workplace, or you might be hesitant about stepping into an influential role.  

Part 1: Creating Your Influence Development Plan

Improving your influence skills is a deliberate process that requires reflection, planning, and action. Since you’ve now completed the Master of Influence Assessment and identified your score, the next step is to develop a personal plan for growth.

Here’s how to approach it: Read More

Calculate Your Influence Score

Now it’s time to total your score! Add up the numbers from all 10 sections and check where you land on the Master of Influence Scale below. Your result will help you identify where you stand today and guide you toward the next stage of your influence journey.

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Resilience & Adaptive Growth

 

Can you persist toward your goals while staying flexible when needed?

True influence requires both determination and adaptability. Those who master this skill can maintain focus despite challenges, adjust their approach when circumstances change, and continually develop their influence over time.

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Mastering Organisational & Group Dynamics

 

Do you understand and manage group interactions effectively?

Influence within organisations isn’t just about individual relationships—it’s about understanding how teams, departments, and leadership structures interact. Mastering group dynamics allows you to navigate decision-making processes, build alliances, and influence key stakeholders at scale.

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Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making

 

Do you plan and prioritise effectively to achieve influence goals?

Influence isn’t just about immediate interactions—it’s about thinking ahead and making decisions that position you for long-term success. Strategic influencers anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and act with clarity and purpose.  

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Communicating for Impact & Persuasion

 

Do you communicate with confidence and influence others effectively?

Great influencers don’t just talk—they inspire action. Whether in meetings, negotiations, or one-on-one conversations, clear and persuasive communication helps build credibility, secure buy-in, and drive results.

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