You're in a Meeting But No One is Listening. Become More Influential in One Easy Step!
Imagine this:
You’re in a meeting. You have something to say, but you don’t speak up. Or maybe you do, and later think, “That didn’t land the way I wanted it to.”
Sound familiar? You’re not alone.
In nearly every conversation I have with leaders today, three things come up:
Communication, confidence, and yes, influence.
We all have influence. But many of us don’t see it. Or we’re not sure how to use it.
And here’s the thing: when you know how to tap into your influence, everything shifts.
When I ask leaders what holds them back, they don’t say time, talent, or even resources.
They say:
“I’m not sure I’m being heard.” Or, “I can’t seem to influence top decision-makers when I need to. What do I need to do?”
Here’s the truth: You can be the smartest person in the room, but if you can’t influence others, it’s hard to lead.
I’m betting you’ll agree – today’s workplace is noisy.
Influence is everything. It’s how you gain buy-in, get your ideas across, and make sure your message sticks, every time.
If you know me, you know I believe confidence is a skill you can build. Even better, so is influence.
And, if you want to lead with more presence, communicate with clarity, and actually move people to action, you’re in the right place.
Why influence matters more now than ever
Here’s the secret: influence isn’t about being the loudest in the room.
It’s about being the one people listen to, trust, and want to follow.
Influence helps you:
✔️ Get buy-in without bulldozing
✔️ Speak so people stay with you, not just hear you
✔️ Communicate your value without overexplaining
It takes one easy step
Want to become more influential in any meeting or conversation? It takes one EASY step:
Try my new “Be Influential Masterclass” – if you want to learn to communicate more confidently and lead with presence on your own time-anytime- this Masterclass is for you!
It’s practical, flexible, and you can start right now. You’ll also get a downloadable workbook so you can apply what you learn immediately.
Here’s how to start
You can check out my Be Influential Masterclass, right here. And if you’re on LinkedIn, be sure to sign up for my newsletter for more tactics you can use every day.
I can’t wait to see you there!
Do you want more for your team? Contact me at Shannon@LeadersExceed.com or book a complimentary discovery call on Calendly.
Written by Shannon Alter, CPM
With over 30 years of experience in hospitality and commercial real estate management, Shannon Alter has successfully applied her leadership strategies to help businesses thrive on a global scale. Read more.