

The 7 Rules of Power – And Why You Should Develop Yours
8 snips May 1, 2024
Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer from Stanford Graduate School of Business discusses the 7 Rules of Power. Topics include mastering power dynamics in professional settings, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, challenging the status quo, and creating meaningful change by understanding systems and influence.
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Leadership Training Misses Reality
- Leadership training often fails because it teaches aspirational traits rather than real human behavior.
- Influence and power skills are critical but neglected in leadership development programs.
Get Out of Your Own Way
- Stop carrying disempowering self-descriptions and focus on your unique strengths.
- Choose empowering adjectives that highlight your achievements to build confidence and influence.
Break Rules to Innovate
- Break rules and social conventions to innovate and stand out in your career.
- Challenge the status quo with courage and skill to drive meaningful change.