Understanding influence -- What is influence and why do I need it? -- Rules of the game -- Understanding and using your power -- The power of image -- Communicating effectively -- Why politics? -- Using influence -- Setting goals and making things happen -- Making connections and building coalitions -- Negotiating for what you want -- Dealing with difficult people and situations -- Putting influence to work -- Telling nursing’s story -- Managing your career -- (Nursing) practice makes perfect -- Preparing your successors -- Leaving your legacy