Deep Leadership #0407 – How to Build Real Influence as a Leader with Brad Englert
How to Build Real Influence as a Leader with Brad Englert
How do leaders build real influence that lasts, not just connections that fade?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I’m joined by Brad Englert, author of Spheres of Influence and former CIO at the University of Texas at Austin. Brad shares decades of leadership experience on how authentic relationships, not transactional networking, are the true foundation of influence, trust, and long-term success.
We talk about why most networking events fail, how leaders should think about their internal and external spheres of influence, and why trust must be built before a crisis hits. Brad also explains how getting out of your office, meeting people where they are, and genuinely caring about their success can transform your leadership and your career.
This conversation is packed with practical leadership lessons, real-world stories, and a simple message every leader needs to hear: real influence is earned through consistency, humility, and relationships that endure.
In this episode, we cover:
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What real influence looks like in leadership
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Internal vs. external spheres of influence
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Why traditional networking doesn’t work
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How trust and reciprocity are built over time
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Leading with authenticity, care, and intention
You can learn more about Brad Englert, get a free sample of his book Spheres of Influence, and explore his work - https://bradenglert.com/podcast
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