Matthew Renz

Many organizations are unsure about how to develop their people. Inc. Magazine reports almost three in four Gen-Z workers report low job satisfaction. Success Magazine reports the number one fear of many professionals have is the fear that they will not have the opportunity to grow and develop in their careers. As a matter of fact, professors at the Harvard Business School found that C-suite executives believe they routinely implement career advancement practices that their employees say never happened. Influence is part of our everyday lives. Everyone influences others. This session will help you understand the power of your influence. You will never understand how you influence someone, because you are not them. Based on Matthew Renz’s best-selling book, your audience will learn how to grow their influence, so that they can have a greater impact on people. After all, leadership is influence. This keynote is not a one-size-fits-all message. To engage the audience, Influence Casts a Giant Shadow is tailored specifically to your audience, crafted through direct telephone interviews with members of your association. This little extra effort will make a significant impact on your audience. Learn ten simple, insightful ways to increase your influence and watch your personal superpower grow. Whatever your vocation or aspiration, you can increase your impact on others by learning to use your influence. Imagine your organizational culture fueled by positive influence.

It isn’t experience, it isn’t talent. If you want to succeed you must learn how to connect with people. And while it may seem like other people are just born with it, the fact is anyone can learn to make every communication an opportunity for a powerful connection. The Harvard Business Review stated, “the number one criteria for advancement and promotion for professionals is the ability to communicate effectively.” This means connecting. Connecting increases your influence in every situation. If you can connect with others – in one-on-one situations, in group situations and with an audience, your sense of community improves, your ability to create teamwork increases, and your influence skyrockets. People who connect with others have better relationships, experience less conflict and get more things done than those who cannot connect. Leaders who have learned the art of connection are able to communicate their ideas persuasively, establishing buy-in and attracting followers. Learn how t