Influence and Impact Quotes

“many of our efforts to contribute to the organization paradoxically cause us to lose influence and impact.”
― Bill Berman, Influence and Impact: Discover and Excel at What Your Organization Needs From You The Most

“Just because you are better at some things than your people are doesn't mean you should do them.”
― Bill Berman, Influence and Impact: Discover and Excel at What Your Organization Needs From You The Most

“people tend to underperform because they do what is comfortable, what is familiar, or what they desire, rather than what is most important to the organization.”
― Bill Berman, Influence and Impact: Discover and Excel at What Your Organization Needs From You The Most

“Influence means that other people take the time to listen to you, consider what you have to say, and want to work with you. Having impact is all about having a substantive effect on the organization, by leading without formal authority. Your colleagues know you are adding value to the organization, and to them.”
― Bill Berman, Influence and Impact: Discover and Excel at What Your Organization Needs From You The Most