Have you ever needed to persuade someone to join your team or convince them to support a project? How did you approach the situation, and what did you learn from it? In this interview, we have the privilege of talking to Alastair Wood, Vice-President & General Counsel at Rhino a New-York based real estate startup, looking to bring greater financial freedom to renters everywhere. He shares valuable insights gained from his experience as the Chief of Staff to the General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer at City Legal. Alastair navigated the hierarchical structure of a law firm, where he had to influence and gain buy-in from influential individuals who didn't report to him. Through his stories and experiences, we learn how he honed his persuasive skills and turned them into a powerful asset. As you listen to Alastair's captivating anecdotes, you will realize the significance of identifying and harnessing the unique talents within your team. Discover how diverse skills, such as persuasive communication, can be utilized across an organization to drive success and achieve goals. In this video, you will also discover: - The challenges and rewards of leading a team in a hierarchical environment and the importance of garnering support from influential individuals. - The power of effective communication and persuasion, regardless of whether you have a legal background or not. - Why possessing a diverse skill set and the ability to apply it to various roles can make you an invaluable asset to any organization. - The role of culture and passionate individuals in a company's success, emphasizing the importance of surrounding yourself with motivated people. #LeadershipLessons #PersuasiveCommunication #TeamBuilding #InfluentialLeaders #CareerJourney #CorporateToStartup #DiverseSkillSet #SuccessMindset #PassionatePeople #LeadershipDevelopment ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/