Motivating People Without Authority
Inspiring Commitment When You Cannot Command It
£200.00£160.00
In modern workplaces, success often depends on getting things done through people you do not directly manage. This one-day course helps participants motivate and influence others without relying on formal authority. It is ideal for project leads, specialists, coordinators, team members and managers working across departments or matrix structures. Participants will explore what genuinely motivates people, including purpose, recognition, autonomy, belonging, progress and personal value.
The course focuses on practical ways to build credibility, create trust, communicate shared benefits and encourage commitment. Learners will examine how to gain cooperation from busy colleagues, handle resistance, sustain engagement and influence stakeholders respectfully. Through practical exercises and real workplace examples, participants will develop a personal approach to motivating others through clarity, relationship-building and meaningful influence.
By the end of the course, they will be better equipped to inspire action, strengthen collaboration and achieve results even when they cannot simply instruct others.
Rates shown are per person. A further discount of 10% is available by directly contacting us for bookings on 4 or more people.
To help participants influence, engage and motivate others even when they do not have direct line management authority.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand what motivates people beyond formal authority or instruction.
Identify sources of influence available in peer, project or matrix working relationships.
Build credibility and trust with stakeholders and colleagues.
Use purpose, recognition, autonomy and involvement to encourage commitment.
Apply practical strategies to gain cooperation and sustain momentum.
Participants will leave with:
Greater confidence in influencing without relying on position power.
Practical techniques for gaining buy-in and cooperation.
Improved ability to build trust and credibility across teams.
Better understanding of motivation drivers in others.
An action plan for motivating key colleagues or stakeholders.
1 day
MS Teams
1-2-1 basis for dedicated attention or group session with up to 14 people
Participants will be issued with a CPD completion certificate
To cancel or reschedule an appointment, please contact us at least 72 hours before via email: info@consultancy-facilitation.com
By appointment. We will endeavour to schedule the training around your timings.