Leading with Influence

Communicate with Impact. Lead with Influence.

Build the confidence and skills to influence stakeholders, gain buy-in, and lead strategic conversations with impact.

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Course Details

1. Next available session (2025)

5 May 2025 | 1 July 2025

2. Duration

1-day (8 hours total)

3. Location

Kuala Lumpur City Center

4. Investment

RM 1,750 (HRD claimable)

5. Post-course support

Complimentary toolkit with bonus resources

Services

DON'T FALL BEHIND

Influence is your superpower

Leaders who can effectively communicate their vision are 3x more likely to be successful

(Google’s Project Aristotle).

Ready to join them?

Leaders with strong influencing skills are more likely to deliver successful projects.

Effective influence builds trust and alignment across diverse teams and stakeholders.

Storytelling and communication are critical for inspiring action and driving change.

Our Track Record

+350

Clients in >20 countries

+55,000

Professionals impacted

+300

Solutions for customers

NPS

What you'll walk away with

Confidence in influencing stakeholders with credibility and clarity.

The ability to adapt your communication style to suit diverse audiences

Techniques to gain trust and overcome resistance to achieve buy-in.

Strategies for handling challenging conversations and high-stakes interactions.

Methods & frameworks
you'll master

Asian female office worker explaining to her boss

Strategic stakeholder management

Power-Interest Grid

Map stakeholders based on influence level and engagement needs.

CORE Framework

Analyse stakeholder Constraints, Objectives, Results, and Expectations.

Influence Strategy Matrix

Design targeted approaches for different stakeholder types.

Influence and communication skills

SCORE Storytelling Framework

Craft compelling messages: Situation, Challenge, Opportunity, Route, Expected Impact.

Executive Presence Techniques

Build confidence and authority in high-stakes situations.

Value-Based Communication

Align messages with stakeholder priorities and business outcomes.

Trust and credibility

Trust-Building Framework

Develop lasting credibility with key stakeholders.

Influence Archetypes

Understand and adapt different influence styles for

maximum impact.

Feedback and Recovery Tactics

Handle challenging questions and pushback effectively.

About

YOUR FACILITATOR

Synne Stohlmacher

Principal, Advisory – Driving Strategic Innovation and Transformation Across Southeast Asia

Synne Stohlmacher is a visionary leader and trusted facilitator with over a decade of experience driving organisational transformation and leadership development. Her expertise spans industries such as financial services, technology, and manufacturing, helping leaders build confidence, resilience, and influence to navigate complex challenges.

Proven Impact:

Led leadership workshops for over 25,000 leaders, equipping them with tools to inspire and influence at all levels.
Partnered with top organisations like HSBC, Maybank, Petronas, and Prudential to drive organisational alignment and innovation.
Guided teams and leaders to overcome resistance, align stakeholders, and deliver impactful outcomes.

An experience that elevates your influence

This programme combines practical tools, hands-on activities, and peer collaboration to create an immediate impact. Participants will:

Collaborate with peers to practice influencing techniques in realistic scenarios.
Build confidence through role plays, case studies, and group discussions.
Gain actionable strategies to apply directly to their leadership and communication challenges.