Are you influential or an influencer? With Nancy Mendelson Growth Igniters Radio

One of our friends recently sent us a thought-provoking article titled “Influencer or Influential: Which Would You Rather Be?”  This question resonated with us because we’re seeing a growing number of CEOs who are also taking on the role of “Influencer-in- Chief.”   While sharing thoughts and ideas about various issues through social media can help you connect in new ways with employees and other stakeholders, it’s also worth considering how your communication as an influencer can work together with being influential.

This week, we discuss this issue with the article’s author, Nancy Mendelson. She’s the Founder and CEO of NEM Global, a global consultancy that focuses on helping clients define, articulate, and communicate their unique voices. Nancy is also co-founder and columnist for Hertelier, an online media platform that enlightens and inspires women in hospitality to pursue, navigate, and nurture their careers.

As a career communicator, Nancy has held key positions in hospitality, broadcasting, publishing, advertising, and production. She has worked with major corporations and global brands. An award-winning writer who has ghostwritten several books, she has published numerous articles in trade and mainstream media. She served as Executive Producer for the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference for 12 years. She’s also taught a graduate course in the Marketing of Destinations at the NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality. Nancy is on the Board of Advisors for Accelerate Women Leaders in Travel.



You can’t be all things to all people, but you can reach people in a variety of ways. — Nancy Mendelson



This week on Growth Igniters Radio:



* The key distinction Nancy sees between being an “Influencer” and being influential

* Nancy’s perspective on how understanding your agenda and being sensitive to context impacts your ability to influence

* A story from Nancy’s experience in the hospitality industry illustrating the essence of being influential

* Three immediately useful ideas for increasing your influence as a leader



Resources for This Episode:



* Find out more about Nancy and read her “Unpack It With Nancy” posts on Hertellier.com

* Connect with Nancy on LinkedIn

* Read Nancy’s post:”Influencer or Influential: Which Would You Rather Be?“

* Find out more about Pam’s keynote “Break Orbit: Achieving Long-Term Growth in a Short-Term World”



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