Leading and Influencing (1 of 2)

In each area of emergency management, leadership and influence can take many forms. For example, in a meeting, you are leading and influencing when you: Invite other members of an emergency management team to discuss common goals. Use that meeting as an opportunity to really listen, to learn where the others are coming from and what their interests are. Ask for help with or input on a project that will help your community prepare for disasters. Speak persuasively to convince others to accept your point of view. Encourage someone else to assume the leadership role in a group.