Austin SHRM - Authentic Influence Post.pptx

Authentic
Influence
Three Keys to Building Better
Leaders and Workplaces
Presented by: Vivian Blade
Leadership & Resilience Expert
Meet Vivian in the SHRM Store following this session.

@VivianBlade | www.InfluenceWithScale.com | vivian@vivianblade.com

Aspects of Work that Fuel Burnout
• Workload or Overload
• Control or Autonomy
• Feedback; Rewards & Recognition
• Workplace Community
• Fairness
• Value or Meaning
What keeps employees
up at night?
Source: Christina Maslach, Psychology Professor Emerita
University of California, Berkeley
“Putting Out the Fire”, Susan Ladika, HR Magazine, Spring 2022 @VivianBlade | www.InfluenceWithScale.com | vivian@vivianblade.com

What Employees
Want
• Better compensation
• An Employer Who Shares Their
Values
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Flexibility and Work-Life Balance
• Leadership, Empathy, & Concern
about Wellbeing
• Upskilling
• Investment in Advanced
Technology
Source: Great Regeneration: How to Win the War for Talent
Oracle | HR Exchange Network

Authentic Influence
for HR
Today’s Outcomes
•Strategies to Improve Culture
& Retain Employees
@VivianBlade | www.InfluenceWithScale.com | vivian@vivianblade.com https://vivianblade.com/austinshrm

”This is a place I love to work and feel valued.”

How good are
you at influence?
• How good are you at influence? (1 - 10)
• Are you an influencer or influential?

Can HR Be Influential?
Discussion:
• Why is influence important in HR?
• What is in the way of becoming or being
viewed as influential?

Focus on Tactics
Robert Cialdini
9 Tactics of Influence
7 Tactics of Persuasion
Claudio Feser

Beyond Tactics of Persuasion

@VivianBlade | www.InfluenceWithScale.com | vivian@vivianblade.com #atxshrm2022

5 Principles to SCALE Your Influence
•Social Capital
•Courage
•Authenticity
•Leaning in With Passion
•Engaging a Diverse & Inclusive
Workplace Community

Authenticity
You maintain the fundamental values and principles of your character.

Characteristics of Authenticity
Discussion Board:
Think of a brand or product you consider to be authentic….
• What characteristics make it authentic?
1. Visit this link or scan QR Code
https://tinyurl.com/SHRMAI
2. Click on the “+” symbol, lower right corner, to get started.
3. Type your name in the ‘Subject’ area.
4. Type the brand or product in the ‘Write something incredible’ area.
[You can add images or gifs to make your post fun & interesting.]
Add your post:

Authentic Influence
Discussion:
Think of a person who has been influential
in your life or career….
• How did that person come across as being
authentic?
• Why was that important for you?

Characteristics of
Authentic Influence
 Genuine Motives
 Humility
 Consistency
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Authentic Leaders & Workplaces
1. Why is it important for leaders to be authentic?
2. What demonstrates that a leader is authentic?
3. What gets in the way of leading with authenticity?
4. What affect does authenticity have on a person’s
ability to be influential?
5. What challenges can authenticity present in the
workplace?
6. How does authenticity contribute to a better
workplace?
Add your post: https://tinyurl.com/SHRMLW

3 Keys to Building Better
Leaders & Workplaces
1. Discover your authentic self
2. Learn to be adaptable, not artificial
3. Practice Humility

1. Discover Your Authentic Self
• Identify characteristics
that authentically
reflect you.

1. Discover Your
Authentic Self
Explore alignment with:
 Current and desired
reputation
 Values & behaviors
 Professional and
leadership style

Consider This
What core values are most important to you?

What core values are most important?
https://cupixel.com
Step 1. Discovery
Step 2. Bring values to life
Chapter 7

2. Learn to Be Adaptable, Not Artificial
• Listen to needs of others
• Be consistent

3. Practice Humility
• Release pride & arrogance
• Humbly portray confidence
• Purpose centers you

Better than
Hard work
More deserving /
entitled
Less than
Lucky
Undeserving
BEWARE!! TWO EXTREMES
How does the self-concept compare?
WORTH
SUCCESS
VALUE
WORTH
SUCCESS
VALUE
BEING
FOUND
OUT
IMPOSTOR SYNDROME SUPERIORITY COMPLEX
Greatest Misconceptions Greatest Misconceptions
Greatest Fear

Overcoming These Extremes
Recognize & acknowledge the challenge
Establish realistic expectations &
communication rhythm
Learn to genuinely value yourself
You are enough!
Focus on the value of your contributions
vs. skill
Develop your emotional intelligence
Recognize & acknowledge the challenge
Look for value in others, honor them,
celebrate their success, invite
collaboration not competition
Learn to genuinely value yourself with
humility
Focus on the value of your contributions
vs. skill
Develop your emotional intelligence
Reach out for feedback & support Reach out for feedback & support; be open
IMPOSTOR SYNDROME SUPERIORITY COMPLEX
“True competence and confidence are
accompanied by #humility.”
Vivian Blade
“In our #authenticity, we show our flaws and failures, acknowledge them,
learn from them, and aim for improvement on the next go-round.”
Vivian Blade
#AustinSHRMConference22
#atxshrm2022

Authentic Influence
Culture Check
1. Opportunities for self-awareness are made available and encouraged
2. Expectations are realistic and clearly communicated
3. Individual value is recognized and acknowledged
4. Authenticity is encouraged and valued
5. Praise and recognition are generously and equitably shared
6. Diversity, equity and inclusion are practiced
7. Career advancement opportunities are available, and goals supported
8. Feedback is frequent and constructive
9. Goals and rewards encourage collaboration instead of competition
10. Our workplace is one where employees love to work and feel valued!

Authentic Influence
When you show up with authenticity,
what does that look like for you?

Building Better Leaders & Workplaces
Your Next Steps
For Yourself
1. Discover your authentic self
2. Identify opportunities to lead with
authentic influence
Within Your Organization
1. Be a role model
2. Create awareness
3. Provide training and support, & use the
resources available

Additional Resources
Meet me in the SHRM Store
immediately after this session
Today’s Slides,
Core Values Resource
https://vivianblade.com/austinshrm
Complimentary
Virtual Lunch & Learn
Influence & Resilience
Ready Books
https://vivianblade.com/austinshrm

My Commitment to Action
• What was most valuable for you from our
time together today?
• What will you take action on or do
differently as a result?

#atxshrm2022
Meet Vivian in the SHRM Store
following this session.

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