Mastering The Art of Leadership - The Difference Between Power and Force

Mastering The Art of Leadership: The Difference Between Power and Force

Authentic Leadership, Extraordinary Leader, Extraordinary Leadership, Extraordinary Results, Leadership, Leadership Purpose

In today’s world there is quite a bit of discussion about the word authority, and for the most part it has a tendency to be spoken of in a negative context. We too easily associate it with force, brutality, and manipulation, which is far from its original meaning. Force is about control and is the…

Is Your Leadership Driven by Power or Force?

Is Your Leadership Driven by Power or Force?

Alive at Work, Authentic Leadership, Executive Leadership Development, Influence, Influencing Others, Joe Contrera

“Force, no matter how concealed, begets resistance.”   ~ Lakota Proverb   Your ability to lead others is directly tied to your ability to influence them. One of the tools you can use to more powerfully influence others is the use of story in your interactions. Stories can magnify a point or grab an audiences attention during a…