Influencer: A Comprehensive Guide to Leading Change

Michael L.: I recently had the pleasure of reading "Influencer: The New Science of Leading Change, Second Edition," and I must say, it has completely transformed my perspective on leadership and change. This book is an absolute game-changer, offering profound insights into the art of influence and guiding readers towards becoming effective change agents.

From the moment I delved into its pages, I was captivated by the depth of research and practical wisdom presented by the authors. Their ability to synthesize complex concepts into actionable strategies is truly commendable. Whether you're a business leader, manager, or aspiring influencer, this book provides an invaluable toolkit for driving positive change in any sphere of life.

What sets this book apart is its blend of evidence-based research and real-life examples that bring the concepts to life. The authors skillfully weave together captivating stories of individuals and organizations who have successfully influenced change, illustrating how these principles can be applied in various contexts. The combination of theory and practical application makes the content highly relatable and applicable to anyone seeking to make a...

United States on May 19, 2023

Francoise E.: Very nice book for people interested in Change Management and how to encourage good behaviors

Germany on Jan 17, 2021

Chad: I started reading this book after I read "the 21 irrefutable laws of leadership" and let me tell you something. "Influencer: The New Science of Leading Change" is not 1/10 as good as the 21 laws. I stopped reading it afte 70-80 pages. If you want a book on leadership, go with something else.

Canada on Dec 06, 2020

Amazon Customer: Recommended by a friend. Quite honestly i haven’t been up to reading a text book for a few weeks so haven’t got a clue what its all about. Needed to read some trashy fiction to remind myself that my life isn’t quite as bad as those in the novel i just read.

United Kingdom on Aug 04, 2019

grace ryder: I heard this book first on audible and it’s messages really stayed with me so two years later I purchased the kindle edition so I could read it. I loved all the storytelling and it shows how versatile the influencer model is to be able to influence so many different situations in so many places. You won’t be bored. It’s fascinating

United Kingdom on Jul 06, 2018

Alan L. Chase: "Influencer - The New Science of Leading Change" is one of the most impactful books I have read this year. I have already recommended it to dozens of clients, colleagues and friends. Authors Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, David Maxfield, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler have drawn from extensive well of global experience of advising companies and leaders in Change Leadership.

The book is a beautifully crafted weaving together of researched principles regarding Influence and Change, highlighted with gripping vignettes that show examples of how these principles have been applied successful, or misapplied unsuccessfully. The stories make this book breathe.

One of the first and best examples is the story of how an employee at Danny Meyer's Gramercy Tavern in New York City noticed that a female patron was distraught as she entered the restaurant. She had inadvertently left her cell phone and purse in the a. She was in a panic. She did not know whom she was supposed to meet, how she would pay for her meal, or how to retrieve her lost belongings. The host immediately went into superhero mode, helping her to find the group she was to join, assuring her that paying for the meal...

United States on Dec 20, 2016

I.B. Alexander: Having worked in the financial industry for over twenty years I've seen several attempts to make major changes at several institutions. All ended with minor improvements and within a few years the original behaviors had returned. With the Financial Crises of the last decade you would expect to see multiple changes, however, were starting to see the same mistakes of the past repeated. After reading this book and completing a postmortem on efforts I've been involved with in the past I have a better picture of where we lost effectiveness in our change efforts. As the authors point out, it's not as simple as choosing a few techniques to drive change, major change requires a deep dive into your employees current behaviors and an extensive plan to change those behaviors. Finally, one crucial aspect the authors pointed out, that I have seen omitted in many less than successful projects, is getting buy-in from your informal leaders. In concluding, most of the information we are aware of, the value in this book is in helping you to formulate a comprehensive plan to drive change at your organization.

United States on Jun 28, 2015

Janet Buckingham: I found this book interesting and helpful in expanding my thinking on leading change. It has many helpful case studies. I also appreciate the use of their website for planning and further resources. I liked it so much that I bought copies for three of my colleagues.

Some of the important insights I gained included that people need regular, meaningful feedback to effect change. Also, people are more affected by emotion than by rational argument. People need to see how change will impact them, their families or their communities.

Canada on Aug 11, 2014