The power to shape behavior through influence is a crucial ability for leaders in organizations. But how is influence in leadership currently being developed and utilized in organizations?

To explore this topic, The Center for Leadership Studies and Training Industry, Inc. surveyed a total of 493 companies in April/May 2015 to identify the content, availability and effectiveness of leadership training for influence. This report summarizes these results and explores current trends in developing leaders’ ability to influence others across an array of constantly evolving, globalized and technology-rich work environments.