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Acting with Power

Why We Are More Powerful than We Believe
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Acting with Power by Deborah Gruenfeld explores how individuals can navigate social dynamics and influence effectively in both personal and professional settings. Drawing from research in psychology and behavioural science, the book offers insights into how power affects interactions and how adopting certain behaviours can help build authority while maintaining authenticity. It invites readers to reconsider their relationship with power and how it can be wielded constructively.
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You might enjoy this insightful read if you're interested in understanding the dynamics of authority and influence in professional settings. It explores how people can effectively wield power by mastering the nuances of both authority and empathy. Its engaging anecdotes and practical advice make it a fascinating choice for business leaders and entrepreneurs seeking to enhance their presence and impact in the workplace.

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Acting with Power

A bold and eye-opening exploration of the true nature of power and how to use it.

A bold and eye-opening exploration of the true nature of power and how to use it

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'A refreshing and enlightening new perspective on what it means to be powerful.' - SUSAN CAIN, bestselling author of Quiet

What if instead of worrying about getting more power, we focus on using the power we do have better?

Stanford business professor Deborah Gruenfeld combines 25 years of social psychology research with personal experience to reveal the truth about power: that we all have more than we realise and what counts is what we do with it. Acting with Power shows anyone seeking greater professional and academic success what power is actually for, how to identify it within ourselves, and how to use it constructively using acting techniques.

Some of us crave a bigger role, and many of us feel like imposters in our current ones. Acting with Power shows us how to be the best version of ourselves in any role, on any stage.

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Acting with Power is praised for its engaging and insightful approach to the concept of power, offering practical advice and a fresh perspective on harnessing one's own influence. The work is noted for its entertaining narrative and strong moral guidance, promising to transform readers' understanding of power dynamics. Prominent figures appreciate its relevance, intelligence, and timely nature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788164955

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Profile Books Ltd

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Deborah Gruenfeld has been a professor of social psychology at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. She has a masters in journalism from NYU and a PhD in psychology from the University of Illinois and began her academic career at Northwestern before being recruited to Stanford. Widely published in her field, she is a frequent keynote and featured speaker at executive conferences and internal events at large corporations.

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