Many sustainability professionals are asked to lead change without having direct authority to mandate it. Whether you’re working across departments, influencing senior leaders, or inspiring partners outside your organization, success often depends less on hierarchy and more on your ability to influence. In this interactive session, we’ll explore practical tools and techniques for driving impact when formal power is limited. Participants will examine the difference between authority and influence, uncover key sources of power beyond job titles, and learn how trust and credibility accelerate change. The session will also dive into building a strong personal brand, identifying important influencing relationships, and applying proven persuasion techniques to move ideas forward. Designed for sustainability professionals who need results without relying on positional authority, this webinar will leave you with actionable strategies to persuade, inspire, and create momentum.
