Overview

When no one is clapping. When you are carrying expectations that feel heavy and at times unfair. When you are making decisions that cause conflict and require courage. Influence is demonstrated. That's the beginning of earning your influence. This book invites new and emerging leaders to examine their lived experiences, learned behaviors, and unspoken expectations-and discover how these things shape their communication in spaces of authority. Inside these pages, you'll learn: A deeper self-awareness by understanding how your experiences, values, and identity shape the way you lead and communicate in spaces of authority. How to build communication skills that create trust, connection, and credibility with the people you lead. How to apply the principles of influence in real leadership moments by practicing communication that invites collaboration, growth, and belonging. This book is for: New and emerging leaders who want to step up but don't always feel confident using their voice. High-visibility organizational leaders and entrepreneurs who lead small and large teams. Organizations committed to developing leaders who build healthy, sustainable teams

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Dedication Acknowledgment About The Author Foreword Preface Section 1: The Heart of You Chapter 1 Foundations of Influence Chapter 2 The Work That Shapes You Chapter 3 Finding A Voice You Trust Chapter 4: When Decisions Compound Chapter 5 Owning Your Evolution Section 2: The Art of You Chapter 6 You Can't Perfect Who You Pretend to Be Chapter 7 The Cost of Owning Your Faith Chapter 8: What People Experience When They See You Chapter 9 Building Trust Through Your Voice Chapter 10 Building Trust Through Your Words Section 3: The Start of You Chapter 11 The Language of Trust Chapter 12: Trust Erosion Chapter 13 Influence vs Authority Chapter 14: Earn Your Influence

Author Information

Linnita Hosten is a holistic communications coach who equips high-visibility emerging leaders to build trust and grow teams through Earned Influence. With more than a decade of experience across government, corporate, and academic sectors, she has trained over 10,000 professionals, including leaders within the United States Army, National Institutes of Health, the National Society of Black Engineers, and more than 50 colleges and professional associations nationwide.The 5x author is the founder of Vocal Value, a boutique training and development firm that delivers coaching, workshops, and digital learning programs to help emerging leaders grow their communication competence, clarity, and confidence.Linnita's signature approach integrates wellness, neuroscience, and storytelling. Grounded in her experience as a Certified Holistic Coach and former college professor who taught communication and public speaking, her work has been featured by TEDx, the National Press Club, and New York Weekly.She has received more than a dozen honors and awards, including Speaker of the Year, 40 Under 40 in Education, and Alumni of the Year from the University of Maryland Global Campus.Linnita holds a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication from Towson University and a Master of Science in Nonprofit Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus.She is a member of Zion Church in Greenbelt, Maryland, led by Senior Pastor Keith Battle, where she actively serves as a licensed Minister.A true believer of God's promises, Linnita holds dear to her heart Jude 1:24 ""Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy.""When not speaking, training, ministering, or coaching, you can find the pescetarian in the produce section at your local farmer's market, diving into a good audiobook, browsing online for things she will probably not buy, or enjoying the company of her good girlfriends.You can connect with Linnita online at VocalValue.com or across social media platforms using the handle @LinnitaHosten.

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