Influencing is a key skill that must be mastered if you are going to become the best version of yourself you can be.

The ability to influence others, to bring them round to your way of thinking without coercion and without forcing issues is one of the most valuable skills you can acquire, whether you apply it in your business or personal life.

The McCarthy Consultancy has a unique approach to the development of influencing skills, drawing on many years of experience operating at the highest levels in business and sport. This unique knowledge will help you regardless of your situation because there is no situation where the skill of influencing is not invaluable.

As part of our personal coaching programme, The McCarthy Consultancy will train you in these skills in a way that will enable you to use them even when you are in high pressure or stressful situations because it is in these situations that your ability to keep your head and remain clear and focused is most crucial.

FAQs

What are influencing skills?

It is the art of persuasion, the ability to bring others round to your point of view. The skill in influencing is not simply to get others to do what you want them to do or to make the decision you want them to make, but to lead them to buy in to your way of thinking and to want to tread the path you are recommending.

Why are influencing skills important?

These skills are important because whether in your business or personal life there will be many times when it is crucially important that you are able to communicate your ideas in a clear and structured way and to get others to see your perspective as a result.

Can influencing skills be taught?

Yes, these skills can be taught just like any other life skill. The McCarthy Consultancy has a unique approach to influencing skills training that draws on many years of experience operating at the highest levels in both business and sport. The skills you will learn can be applied equally as effectively in your personal or your business worlds.