Persuasion

Getting leaders to see the value in your ideas can feel like a daunting task—especially when the stakes are high or the path forward seems unclear. But persuasion doesn't always have to be forceful or immediate. It can be like the gentle yet relentless work of wind and water carving a canyon.

Over time, these natural forces shape what seems immovable, creating something awe-inspiring in the process. It’s a lesson in patience, persistence, and subtlety. Rather than charging ahead with a flood of arguments, consider how you can consistently flow around barriers, erode resistance with thoughtful conversations, and widen perspectives with carefully chosen moments of insight.

Leadership buy-in doesn’t have to be about seismic shifts. Like the curves and contours of a canyon, the beauty often lies in what’s shaped slowly, steadily, and purposefully.

What "gentle winds" can you use to start carving your next big idea into reality?