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Why is the single biggest barrier to having power…ourselves? How can you, as an HR professional step into your power? My guest on this episode is Jeffrey Pfeffer, Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University and Author of 16 books including his latest one the “7 Rules of Power”: During our conversation Jeffrey and I discuss: Why he believes the single biggest barrier to having power is ourselves Why it is important that we own and tell our story, not let others tell it for us Why he believes that being authentic and/or modest is terrible leadership advice Why networking is a super power and how to do it well Why he believes HR needs to raise the bar and step into their power His advice on how to deal with difficult leaders in positions of power Connecting with Jeffrey Pfeffer Connect with Jeffrey Pfeffer on LinkedIn Learn more about the Jeffrey’s books, research, podcast and more Episode Sponsor: Next-Gen HR Accelerator - Learn more about this best-in-class leadership development program for next-gen HR leaders HR Leader’s Blueprint - 18 pages of real-world advice from 100+ HR thought leaders. Simple, actionable, and proven strategies to advance your career. Succession Planning Playbook : In this focused 1-page resource, I cut through the noise to give you the vital elements that define what “great” succession planning looks like.

▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/ This week’s episode is perhaps one of the most uncomfortable I’ve yet recorded. A conversation with Jeffrey Pfeffer, the renowned author of "Power: Why Some People Have It and Others Don't" and “Leadership BS: Fixing Workplaces and Careers One Truth at a Time”, and professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business, we dive deep into the principles of power, influence, and career acceleration. Jeffrey offers his view on the raw truth about what it takes to stand out, thrive, and succeed in a world shaped by competition and perception. From strategies to gain influence to the controversial role of self-promotion, this conversation is packed with insights that challenge conventional wisdom about leadership and integrity. Learn why keeping your head down might be holding you back, how deliberate practice can transform your career, and why following Jeffrey’s proven methods have made many of his students wildly successful. As Jeffrey takes a torch to leadership development orthodoxy, we cover: How many leadership authors espoused values don’t match the reality of their behaviour To change the world, we must first have power Leadership training fails—because it ignores power and influence dynamics. Authenticity at work? Not so much if you want to be a leader, says Pfeffer. Pfeffer’s 7 rules of power—practical, provocative, uncomfortably effective. Links: Jeffrey’s Website Jeffrey’s Books Whether you're a budding leader or seasoned professional, this episode will inspire and empower you to take charge of your path. Don't miss out on this transformative discussion—subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations about what it means to be human.

Alex Rodriguez shares why in sports and business, striking out is just a part of the game. From the baseball field to the boardroom, great communication is critical for success. But as Alex Rodriguez knows, we don’t always hit it out of the park. For this sports superstar turned entrepreneur, striking out is never the end of the story. “I'm fifth all-time in the history of strikeouts,” says Rodriguez. “That means there's only four people in the history of mankind that have failed more than me.” For the 14-time Major League Baseball All-Star and World Series champion, failures aren’t endings, but opportunities to learn and grow. "The key is how you get back up with the same energy and enthusiasm," explains Rodriguez, who is now chairman and CEO of A-Rod Corp, leading a team of experts in building high-growth businesses. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart , co-hosted by Matt Abrahams and Stanford GSB colleague Jeffrey Pfeffer , Rodriguez shares lessons on resilience, authenticity, and effective communication. From maintaining a "slow heartbeat" in high-pressure moments to his approach of "intentional listening," he offers insights on leadership, giving feedback, and viewing communication as "an unselfish act." Whether you're stepping up to the plate or stepping up to present, these strategies can help you turn strikeouts into home runs. Episode Reference Links: Alex Rodriguez Jeffrey Pfeffer Ep.166 Why Relying on Talent Alone Will Fail You Ep.153 Listen Up, Leaders: A Record-Setting Coach’s Guide to Communication Connect: Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart Premium Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.io Episode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart Website Newsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.io Think Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn , Instagram , <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6c

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Jeffrey Pfeffer, the world-renowned Stanford professor and author of "7 Rules of Power". In this powerful discussion, Jeffrey shares unfiltered insights on how anyone—not just CEOs or politicians—can harness power to achieve success.🔑 Key Topics Covered:Why confidence often beats competenceHow to stop sabotaging yourself and get out of your own wayThe hidden power of networking and personal brandingWhy breaking the rules can lead to spectacular successPractical exercises to project confidence and powerThis is not just a theoretical discussion—Jeffrey offers actionable advice that you can implement today to build influence, lead effectively, and make a lasting impact.📚 Resources Mentioned in the Episode:- Jeffrey Pfeffer’s podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@pfefferonpower/videosd- Website: jeffreypfeffer.com- LinkedIn: Jeffrey Pfeffer on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-pfeffer-57a01b6/Recommended things to watch:- Amy Cuddy – Presence (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc&ab_channel=TED- Herminia Ibarra – Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAG2SSf9NQc&ab_channel=LondonBusinessForum- Deborah Gruenfeld – Acting with Power https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mLFUtv0pCo&ab_channel=StanfordAlumni⏰ Episode Timeline:0:42 - Why '7 Rules of Power'?3:46 - The Defining Moment5:17 - Denial of Power Realities6:43 - Rule #1: Get Out of Your Own Way9:46 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome11:05 - Daily Confidence Habit12:45 - Confidence vs. Competence13:20 - Rule #2: Break the Rules15:15 - When to Break Rules17:57 - Cultural Differences in Power18:50 - Rule #3: Appear Powerful19:47 - Authenticity in Leadership21:53 - Are Leaders Emotional?22:55 - Rule #4: Build a Brand24:16 - Branding for Introverts27:14 - Rule #5: Network Relentlessly30:35 - Staying Connected31:34 - Rule #6: Use Your Power33:32 - Ethical Power Use35:47 - Rule #7: Take Initiative36:24 - Universal Applicability of Power Rules38:05 - Unique Challenges for Women and Minorities39:16 - Start with Rule #141:22 - Daily Power Habit43:55 - Final Takeaways46:28 - Connect with Jeffrey Pfeffer

✨ Kindness: More Than Just Nice, It's a strategic advantage for businesses✨ Professor Jeffrey Pfeffer, a leading expert in organizational behavior, joins us to discuss the surprising link between kindness and business success. Professor Pfeffer argues that kindness is not just a feel-good notion but a strategic business advantage. In this episode, you will learn about: Build stronger teams through kindness 👥 Improve employee well-being and engagement 💪 Drive business performance with a kinder approach 📈

✨ Kindness: More Than Just Nice, It's a Strategic Advantage for Businesses ✨ Professor Jeffrey Pfeffer, a leading expert in organizational behavior, joins us to discuss the surprising link between kindness and business success. Professor Pfeffer argues that kindness is not just a feel-good notion but a strategic business advantage. In this episode, you will learn about: - Build stronger teams through kindness 👥 - Improve employee well-being and engagement 💪 - Drive business performance with a kinder approach 📈 On Kindness is an original podcast hosted by Nicole Yelsey, co-founder of KindWorks.AI. Follow for weekly episodes filled with inspiration, stories, and ideas. LinkedIn Instagram ⁠

In this episode of the 'Pfeffer on Power' podcast, host Jeffrey Pfeffer, a professor at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, holds a live Question and Answer session with an audience on both Crowdcast and LinkedIn. Podcast producer Scot Maupin does hosting duties as Jeffrey answers questions about power from listeners. Jeffrey fields questions on power dynamics and leadership, giving tips on how to build sustainable power, how to empower yourself and others, and a discussion on who might be the most powerful person alive today. Other questions from the audience covered topics such as overcoming bias, executive presence, networking, and navigating power struggles within organizations. Pfeffer also discussed practical steps for rebranding, negotiating exit offers, and the importance of managing up. We highlight key insights from Jeffrey’s 'Seven Rules of Power,’ along with recommendations for further reading, watching, and real-life success stories from diverse individuals. This episode offers valuable lessons on harnessing power effectively to enhance career growth. Pfeffer on Power is produced by University FM. Episode Quotes: How to empower and be empowered? From: Kelly Zou 06:24: If you wait for organizations to empower you, you'll be waiting a long time. You need really to empower yourself. So, I think one of the things I try to teach the students is to be proactive. I actually thought that one of the contributions of my class was to teach people social science around power. I actually think the biggest contribution of my class, both online and on campus, is to get people to be proactive out of their own way and to cause them to be more ambitious and more proactive than they have been in the past. So, empower yourself. I think that's the way to do it. And to empower others, you need to understand what they bring to the table, and you need to appreciate their contributions to the work that you're trying to do. If our opponent has such a strong existing brand or power, what do you recommend we do to amass power to overcome the strong opponent quickly? From: Corinna Kasiman 40:22: Sometimes, you're in situations in which you are not going to succeed. And I think the other thing, In addition to people spending insufficient amounts of time building relationships and insufficient amounts of time making sure that people know about their good work, the other thing that people, I think, do make mistakes about is they stay too long in environments in which they have almost no hope of succeeding. And so you need to be pretty clinical about whether this is a situation in which you're going to win. And if the answer is no, you're a talented human being with lots of skills; go find a place where you're going to have more chance of success. Power is a tool 44:28: Power is a tool, and like any tool, you can use it for good or evil…You can use a knife to do surgery, or stab somebody. You need to master the skills of power. I begin the 7 Rules of Power with a quote, sometimes attributed to me: If power is to be used for good, more good people need power. Show Links: The Kingmaker (2019) All Is Fair in Love and Twitter - NYT Take Back Your Power: 10 New Rules for Women at Work - Deborah Liu Never Eat Alone, Expanded and Updated: And Other Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time - Keith Ferrazzi <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6

“Simple language, forceful language, vivid language, and keeping it simple and direct,” says Professor Jeffrey Pfeffer , are all powerful tools to strengthen your communication. Host and Stanford Graduate School of Business lecturer Matt Abrahams interviews Pfeffer, the author many books, including Power: Why Some People Have It and Others Don't , about the verbal and nonverbal ways we can harness, or give away, our authority when we’re speaking to others. Pfeffer is also the host of the podcast Pfeffer on Power and teaches the Stanford GSB online course Discover the Paths to Power. Episode Reference Links: Jeffrey Pfeffer's podcast: Pfeffer on Power Jeffrey Pfeffer's books: Dying for a Paycheck & Power: Why Some People Have It and Others Don't Ep.12 It's Not What You Say, It's How You Say It: How To Communicate Power Ep.44 Act Like a Leader: How Lessons From The Theater Can Help You Step into Power Connect: Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart Premium Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.io Episode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart Website Newsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.io Think Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Matt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn ******** Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost. Unleash your Superhuman potential with AI that meets you where you work. Learn more at superhuman.com <a href="https://learning.fastersmarter.io/?redirect_fr

Why is the single biggest barrier to having power…ourselves? How can you, as an HR professional step into your power? My guest on this episode is Jeffrey Pfeffer, Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University and Author of 16 books including his latest one the “7 Rules of Power - Surprising But True Advice on How to Get Things Done and Advance Your Career” During our conversation Jeffrey and I discuss: Why he believes the single biggest barrier to having power is ourselves Why it is important that we own and tell our story, not let others tell it for us Why he believes that being authentic and/or modest is terrible leadership advice Why networking is a super power and how to do it well Why he believes HR needs to raise the bar and step into their power His advice on how to deal with difficult leaders in positions of power Connecting with Jeffrey Pfeffer Connect with Jeffrey Pfeffer on LinkedIn Learn more about the Jeffrey’s books, research, podcast and more

Research-backed techniques on how to beat nervousness in the moment. In this episode, Matt uses clips from experts from previous Think Fast Talk Smart episodes to provide you with several communication anxiety management techniques to help you feel more comfortable and confident when you communicate. And as a guide to help us learn these techniques, he introduces the ABCs of anxiety management. Connect: Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart Premium Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.io Episode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart Website Newsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.io Think Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Matt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn ******** Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost. Unleash your Superhuman potential with AI that meets you where you work. Learn more at superhuman.com Join our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be.

“Simple language, forceful language, vivid language, and keeping it simple and direct,” says Professor Jeffrey Pfeffer , are all tools to increase the strength of your communication. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart , host and lecturer Matt Abrahams interviews Jeffrey Pfeffer, author of Dying for a Paycheck , about the verbal and nonverbal ways we can harness, or give away, our authority in communication. To hear more from Jeffrey, listen to Pfeffer on Power , a podcast about accelerating your career. Connect: Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart Premium Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.io Episode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart Website Newsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.io Think Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube Matt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn ******** Thank you to our sponsors. These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost. Unleash your Superhuman potential with AI that meets you where you work. Learn more at superhuman.com Join our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be.

Sustainable Pace There are so many ideas in agile project management that I appreciate, and one of my favorites is the principle of sustainable pace. The idea of sustainable pace is that whatever effort we're putting into our projects, we should be able to sustain it for the long haul. This agile principle acknowledges that our ability to deliver value is harmed when we're not maintaining a sustainable pace. Now we all would nod our heads that sustainable pace is a good idea, but in practice, many work cultures are far from it. In fact, in conversation after conversation I hear executive coaching clients and audience members talk about dealing with the other extreme—long hours, working on weekends, and high levels of stress. The problem is serious and to mark this special occasion of episode 200, we are joined by Stanford Business School professor Jeffrey Pfeffer. Jeff is the author of Dying for a Paycheck: How Modern Management Harms Employee Health and Company Performance--And What We Can Do About It . If you lead people, I believe this is a must-read. Learn more about Jeffrey and his work at https://jeffreypfeffer.com/ . Let's Stay In Touch! I hear from listeners almost every day, and I love it! How about you and I connect on LinkedIn? Go to https://PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/LinkedIn and send me an invite! Also, if you know of a group at your organization that has an upcoming large group gathering and uses outside speakers, let them know about the podcast! I'd love to work with them to help improve their ability to lead and deliver. Learn more at https://i-leadonline.com/keynotes . Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! {vimeo}https://vimeo.com/265112639{/vimeo} TIKOPIA by Kevin Macleod Licensed under a Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 License. TAKE THIS JOB AND SHOVE IT by Johnny Paycheck available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/2H48Wmr RETRO FUTURE CLEAN by Kevin Macleod Licensed under a Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 License.

Jeffrey Pfeffer is professor of organisational behaviour at the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University in California. He’s an expert on power and leadership. He explains that (whatever people say) command and control still makes the business world go round. And he’s got one or two tips for organisational success: one of them is flattery.

Jeffrey Pfeffer is the Thomas D. Dee II Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University, where he has taught since 1979. In this interview, we take a hard-hitting dissection of the leadership industry and ways to make workplaces and careers work better.