The Art of Quiet Influence, Jocelyn Davis
The Art of Quiet Influence, Jocelyn Davis
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The Art of Quiet Influence
Timeless Wisdom for Leading without Authority

Author: Jocelyn Davis

Narrator: Liza Ross

Unabridged: 8 hr 45 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Ascent Audio

Published: 06/28/2019

Synopsis

Anyone can be a quiet influencer. But not everyone knows how.

Drawing on the enduring wisdom of the Buddha, Confucius, Rumi, Gandhi, and others, The Art of Quiet Influence shows anyone, not just bosses, how to use influence without authority, a key mindfulness principle, to get things done at work and in life. Through the classic wisdom of twelve Eastern sages, relevant insights from influence research, and anecdotes and advice from twenty-five contemporary experts, Davis lays out a path for becoming a "mainspring," the unobtrusive yet powerful influencer first introduced in her book The Greats on Leadership.

Organized around three core influence practices—Invite Participation, Share Power, and Aid Progress—listeners will learn how to take mindfulness practice "out of the gym and onto the field," while gaining the confidence and practical know-how to be influential in whatever role they occupy.

About Jocelyn Davis

Jocelyn Davis is an author and consultant with 25 years' experience in the corporate learning industry. Before founding her company, Seven Learning, she was head of R&D for The Forum Corporation, a global leadership development firm. She is co-author of Strategic Speed: Mobilize People, Accelerate Execution (Harvard Business Press) and has published widely on leadership, strategy execution, and workplace learning. Her clients have included companies such as Microsoft, Disney, and Unilever. Known as an exceptional leader herself, she is the recipient of awards for excellence in management and product innovation. She holds an M.A. in Philosophy. She lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with her husband and daughter. JocelynRDavis.wordpress.com @JocelynRDavis

Reviews

Goodreads review by Tino on October 26, 2022

An okay read. It had some valuable insights but the incessant mentions of the company she worked at (Forum) was a little much. It almost felt like an ad or case study of the company. 3 stars.......more

Goodreads review by ساجد on February 25, 2025

In The Art of Quiet Influence, Jocelyn Davis brings old philosophical wisdom to shed light on the best practices to influence groups of people. It's not just another business or leadership book. In this interesting book, Jocelyn Davis draws on the wisdom of the old masters -- from Confucius to Rumi t......more

Goodreads review by Joe on September 05, 2020

Great book on how to lead as an introverted or quiet person and without yelling or being loud. Sometime to be heard you have to lower your voice and raise your words. Ruin......more

Goodreads review by Rudy on February 13, 2023

it was super helpful! I've always been interested in leadership and influence, so I was stoked to read a book that had a more respectful and subtle approach. Davis provides some real-world examples and research that are super practical and easy to put into action. I especially dug the focus on build......more

Goodreads review by Nathan on March 14, 2024

(3.5) Without knowing anything about this book, I was surprised to get a deep dive into the concepts and thoughts of Eastern religious and social thinkers of ancient and modern times. Nevertheless, it was enjoyable and provided insight. I think the personal anecdotes felt out of place or out of touc......more

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