Podcast Episode 21: Influence at work – how to do it and why it matters

11 September 2025

Podcasts Workplace Skills
  • Host:
    Simon Podcast

    Simon Riddlesden

  • Guest:

    Chris Robinson

    Learning & Development Manager

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Influence at work – how to do it and why it matters

Influence at work—how to do it and why it matters. In this episode, Chris Robinson shares practical tips on becoming more influential, from winning senior leaders’ support to encouraging team-wide participation in workplace initiatives.

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