The Power of Influence
At its core, leadership is about influence. The ability to influence people, teams, customers and even one’s self is the single most powerful leadership skill you can possess. Understanding how to leverage influence defines how effectively you can drive change, build team performance and embed a strategic vision.
AIM's The Power of Influence short course develops the skills that shape opinion, build credibility in the workplace and positively influence people to achieve goals, including those over whom you have no authority. Identify your preferred influencing style and understand the key techniques.
Is this course right for you?
Designed for anyone who needs to influence others - whether or not they have formal authority. If your role involves shaping decisions, gaining support or driving change, this course will help you do it with confidence and impact.
Elevate your career and save 20% when you bundle this course with Train the Trainer as part of AIM's Training Bundle.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course you’ll be able to:
- Understand what influence is and isn't
- Identify your preferred influencing style and how to apply other styles
- Use skills to influence without authority
- Understand the importance of commitment and loyalty
- Employ influencing techniques to overcome resistance
Upcoming Courses
Upcoming Virtual Courses
Team Training
The The Power of Influence Short Course can be delivered as a Closed Cohort to ensure consistency, alignment, and immediate application in your workplace.
Bring your team together for a shared learning experience that delivers stronger engagement and a cost-effective, scalable solution for upskilling your workforce.
Delivery Modes
On-Campus Workshop – 1 day face-to-face workshop
Our The Power of Influence short course is set in interactive classrooms at one of our six campuses across Australia: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide, and Mackay. The benefits of studying in a classroom setting include being able to share first-hand experiences, ideas, and questions with peers and our expert facilitators. You will study alongside like-minded people and strengthen your network.
Unless otherwise noted, AIM's On-Campus Short Courses begin promptly at 9:00 am and finish no later than 5:00 pm (Local Time).
Virtual Classroom - 1 day virtual session
Utilising highly accessible digital capabilities, virtual classrooms provides the benefits of live learning — working with peers, asking questions with immediate answers from facilitators, and stimulating deeper discussions — with the flexibility of online learning.
AIM's Virtual Short Courses begin at 9:00 am and finish no later than 5:00 pm (AEDT/AEST).
Contextualising training engagements for your industry or organisation maximises relevance and increases the transfer of learning into the workplace. Develop team cohesion and achieve your specific business objectives through a shared, in-house learning solution.
AIM’s experienced learning designers develop both accredited and unaccredited learning engagements to build the critical competencies you need for success. Join over 500 organisations creating compelling and engaging AIM tailored learning solutions for industries including Government, Health, Financial Services, Mining, Manufacturing, Construction and more.
Learn it. Earn it.
Share it.
By completing AIM’s The Power of Influence course, you will receive a certificate to recognise the high standard of learning and skill development you have attained. Print your certificate or share it electronically to demonstrate your ever-growing value to employers and peers.
Course Video Overview
This overview video provides a clear introduction to The Power of Influence, outlining the key learning outcomes, structure, and practical benefits.
It’s designed to help you understand how the program will support your professional development and contribute to your success.
Other Information
Payment Options
We require full payment to be made upfront prior to attending the training. Payment options we offer include:
- Credit Card (Visa/MasterCard/Amex)
- Direct Deposit (EFT)
- Purchase Order
- Payment Plan - zipMoney
All students receive:
- Comprehensive course notes
On-campus students receive:
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
- Internet access
- Please advise AIM when booking if you have any dietary or accessibility requests.
Virtual students will require the following:
- Computer or mobile device
- An internet connection (broadband/4G+ recommended)
- Speakers and a microphone
- A webcam
Our Facilitators
AIM facilitators are experienced practitioners with a robust mix of academic and practical expertise. We believe the education of the future managers of Australia to be a highly important task.
Who is better placed to teach the art and science of management than those with current, daily real-world experience?
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