"If you want to get results, exert influence. If you want to feel like you're getting results when you're not, exert power."
After a great conversation with Tim Dyck in our last episode, he has returned to ask me three questions. This was a fun chat with questions that led to a discussion about the importance of influence over power in leadership positions and how my experiences as a park ranger taught me a valuable lesson.
Using influence, rather than power, is a more effective means of getting people to comply with rules and regulations. Although power may be necessary at times, influence tends to have a more lasting impact. Tim and I both agree that understanding the difference between the two is valuable in leadership positions where leaders have power over decisions that impact others. This episode highlights how seemingly unrelated experiences can provide valuable lessons and skills that can be applied in unexpected ways, making it essential to recognize and
Tim's questions explore:
- the crucial role influence plays in effective leadership over mere power
- valuable lessons from my unique park ranger experiences and how to apply them to your journey
- financial security tips when transitioning to entrepreneurship
- the impact of storytelling in leadership and business growth
- the story behind the greatest sports logo ever designed and why it matters
From discussing the best sports logos to the transferable skill of understanding power versus influence, this is a fun episode that navigates entrepreneurship and leadership.
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Episode Highlights
00:01:06 - The Greatest Sports Logo Ever Designed 00:04:27 - Advice for Making the Entrepreneurial Leap 00:08:59 - Transferring Skills from Park Ranger to Entrepreneur 00:12:49 - Using Influence as a Leader 00:13:16 - Power vs. Influence 00:14:11 - World at Work Podcast 00:15:00 - Contact Information