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How to Get Buy-in for Your Ideas

Cy Charney

Every day you influence your peers, your manager and others with whom you work. The trick is to influence them positively, to get buy-in to your ideas and projects. Here are some ways to win over your colleagues:

  • Develop and practice a team-oriented outlook. Demonstrate a collaborative, cooperative attitude to your colleagues.
  • Treat people with respect. Even if you are the personal assistant of one of the top executives in your organization, don't pull rank over other assistants.
  • Find out what motivates people and use your knowledge to enhance team performance.

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