HR Cruises

Bruce Waller
"Mastering Influence" (Webinar)

 

Learning Objectives:

1. Enhance Influence and Trust-Building Skills - Develop strategies to build trust and credibility with senior leadership, ensuring HR initiatives gain stronger support and alignment with organizational goals.
2. Strengthen Strategic Communication for Buy-In - Learn how to identify key business challenges, craft compelling solutions, and effectively present data-driven business cases that resonate with the C-suite.
3. Leverage Advocacy and Persistence for Success - Discover how to engage key sponsors, cultivate persistence, and communicate with confidence to drive HR initiatives forward and establish a lasting leadership presence.

 

Session Description:

In the dynamic world of HR leadership, securing buy-in from the C-suite is often one of the most challenging obstacles. HR professionals frequently express frustration when their ideas or initiatives don’t gain the support they need from top executives. But what if the key to gaining this buy-in is not just about presenting a compelling idea, but about strategically selling that idea? In this session, Bruce Waller, an experienced business and sales leader, will share five proven strategies that can transform how HR professionals approach leadership buy-in. Drawing on his own leadership experiences and insights from top HR executives, Bruce will guide you through techniques to increase influence, build trust, and effectively communicate your ideas. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies that can not only advance their initiatives but also elevate their leadership presence and impact in the workplace.

By the end of this session, participants will not only have a stronger understanding of how to navigate the complexities of executive leadership but will also walk away with practical tools to make a lasting impact in their organization.

Speaker Bio:

Bruce Waller is a dynamic relocation executive, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and podcast host. As Vice President of Corporate Relocation at The Armstrong Company in Dallas, he specializes in seamless employee relocations, ensuring client satisfaction worldwide.

Beyond his corporate role, Bruce serves as Assistant State Director of Texas SHRM, supporting over 23,000 HR professionals. He is the author of Find Your Lane, named one of BookAuthority’s Top 100 Career Change Books, and Drive with Purpose, a #1 New Release Best Seller. Through his blog, Move to Inspire, and his podcast, Life in the Leadership Lane, Bruce shares valuable leadership insights with audiences globally.

Bruce has received multiple accolades, including The Stewardship Award from UniGroup and recognition as a former Texas SHRM Volunteer Leader of the Year. He’s a five-time recipient of The Armstrong Company Presidents Club Award and a member of the National Speakers Association of North Texas.

Fun fact: Bruce has bowled ten perfect 300 games!

Contact Bruce at https://linktr.ee/brucewwaller