Leading Without Authority

Leading Without Authority 

Leading Without Authority

Become More Influential — No Title Required

Learn how to influence your colleagues, your clients, and even your boss — without relying on authority.

Available as an in-house workshop tailored to your team, your challenges, and your industry.

Delivered nationwide: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin, Napier-Hastings, Palmerston North, Nelson, Invercargill, Whangārei, New Plymouth, Rotorua.

Overview

Leadership isn’t about titles or formal power — it’s about the ability to influence others.

In today’s workplace, many people are expected to drive results without having official authority. Whether you’re collaborating across departments, managing upwards, or navigating relationships with external stakeholders, influence is the real currency of success.

The Leading Without Authority workshop is designed to help you build that influence — practically, ethically, and powerfully.

What You’ll Learn

In this engaging, interactive one-day workshop, we’ll explore practical tools and real-life strategies to help you lead from wherever you stand.

You’ll discover how to:

  • Influence others, regardless of your position or title
  • Shift fixed mindsets that get in the way of progress
  • Address power imbalances — at work and in life
  • Use the most effective forms of influence based on modern psychology
  • Apply techniques to your real-world challenges through guided discussions

After the Workshop

You’ll leave not just with insights, but with a plan.

Every participant will receive:

  • A Certificate of Attendance
  • A Free 1-on-1 coaching session with Mark Wager to help personalise what you’ve learned

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is perfect for anyone who needs to influence without formal authority.

That includes:

  • People working across departments or functions
  • Project managers and team leaders
  • HR and support professionals
  • Anyone looking to increase their impact and confidence

Whether you’re dealing with senior leaders, external clients, or peers in other teams — this workshop will give you the tools to be heard and respected.

What Others Are Saying

“This workshop would be helpful for anyone who would like some practical tips & tools to use when having difficult conversations, especially upwards. I would definitely recommend it to anyone trying to effect change within an organisation.”

— Megan Naidu, Xero

“This workshop has really helped with my confidence with making my point known. I definitely would suggest attending this workshop, you will learn a lot.”

— Caitlyn Lorigan, St Johns

“Easy to understand & apply to the workplace. Mark is approachable and creates a relaxed atmosphere.”

— Rachel Turner, Barnardos

“Very insightful & engaging day. Mark is a great communicator & made everyone feel comfortable. Great workshop for anyone looking for guidance & support.”

— Paul Adolphe, NZ Steel

“Mark is very approachable and delivers his knowledge in an easily understandable and digestible format. The session is open and he accommodates discussion of real-life scenarios to figure out how to apply the skills.”

— James McPheat

“I have attended three workshops with Mark. One always walks away with practical techniques that one can use in the real world.”

— Chris Wolmarans

Meet Your Facilitator: Mark Wager

This workshop is facilitated by Leadership Expert Mark Wager, Chief Leadership Coach at the Australasian Leadership Institute.

Originally from the UK and now based in New Zealand, Mark works with leaders across the Asia-Pacific region, helping them influence, motivate, and inspire their teams — regardless of position or background.

With over 30 years of experience and a passion for turning complex psychological theories into actionable leadership tools, Mark has developed a reputation for delivering workshops that are insightful, engaging, and refreshingly down-to-earth.

Delivery Options

  • In-house Workshop: Tailored to your team’s needs and delivered on-site, anywhere in New Zealand.
  • Individual Coaching: Available via Zoom for those who prefer personalised 1-on-1 guidance

Ready to Empower Your Team?

For bookings or questions, contact Mark directly at:

Mark@ALI.org.nz

Take the next step in your leadership journey — and help your team do the same.

Looking for Deeper, Long-Term Impact?

This workshop can also be delivered as part of a 6-Month Leadership Development Programme, designed to create lasting behavioural change—not just a one-day boost.

The programme includes:

  • Three full-day workshops delivered across six months
  • Three individual coaching sessions to support personal leadership growth
  • Ongoing guidance, tools, and reflection activities to ensure ideas are implemented in the workplace

By combining training with coaching, this extended format ensures your leaders not only learn new skills—but apply them consistently over time. This option is ideal for organisations committed to developing confident, capable, and influential leaders at every level.

If you’re interested in bringing this extended programme to your organisation, contact us to discuss how it can be tailored to your team.

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