Overview
Leadership isn't about authority - it's about influence. In Influence, Dr Judi Newman reveals how understanding the brain through a neuroscience lens can transform your ability to inspire, unite and deliver results. Drawing from her PhD research shadowing high-performing school principals, Newman demonstrates that without neuroplastic changes in the brain over time, there is limited learning and behaviour change. This groundbreaking book explores 12 essential Leadership Attributes and practical influence strategies you can implement immediately. Whether you're a seasoned executive, an emerging leader or someone seeking to amplify their impact, Influence offers a unique blend of scientific insights and real-world application. Newman's research shows that the most effective leaders understand how to appeal to our inner motivations through biological processes in the brain. With compelling stories, evidence-based research and actionable tools, this book will help you master the art of influence and become the kind of leader who inspires others to bring out their best performance.
Full Product Details
Author: Dr Judi Newman
Publisher: Amba Press
Imprint: Amba Press
Dimensions:
Width: 15.60cm
, Height: 1.20cm
, Length: 23.40cm
Weight: 0.322kg
ISBN: 9781923403222
ISBN 10: 1923403222
Pages: 226
Publication Date: 20 August 2025
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
'An essential read for school leaders searching to elevate their impact beyond authority. Grounded in neuroscience, Judi reveals how learning and behaviour drive transformational leadership. She provides principals with the toolkit to inspire change, build cohesive teams, and nurture future leaders - while deepening their own professional growth and practice.' Simon Bailey, Headmaster, Australia 'Judi has crafted a powerful guide that blends neuroscience and leadership. This book helps school leaders grow others while deepening their own impact.' Linda Galloway, School Supervisor, Colonel, National Assistant Commander, Australian Army Cadets 'Leadership is influence in action - and in schools, it's built through visible, everyday interactions that shape culture and connection. In Influence, Dr Judi Newman offers a powerful blend of neuroscience and practice, showing that effective leadership integrates both cognition and emotion. She reminds us that leadership is defined by moments of impact. This book invites you to create the space to shape your own leadership identity, offering insights that are both deeply informative and empoweringly practical.' Dr Barbara Watterston, CEO, Australian Council for Educational Leaders 'Judi's book stands as a masterful contribution to the field, elegantly illuminating leadership through a sophisticated neuroscience perspective. Her thoughtfully crafted 12 leadership attributes are not merely grounded in robust research but offer genuinely practical guidance for today's educational leaders navigating complex challenges.' Professor Ken Purnell, NeuroEducation, CQ University
Author Information
Dr Judi Newman holds a PhD in Educational Neuroscience and is a leading Australian expert in social cognitive neuroscience. Drawing on her experience as a former high school principal and executive performance coach, she contextualises insights into human motivation, learning and influence. Her unique combination of academic qualifications in education, psychology and applied neuroscience empowers organisations to cultivate influential leaders as transformative agents of change.
