# How to Lead When You're Not in Charge: Leveraging Influence When You Lack Authority

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Podcast: [Book Shelter](https://stenobird.com/podcast/book-shelter-6964734)
Published: 2026-06-08T06:00:02+00:00
Episode link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-lead-when-you-re-not-in-charge-leveraging-influence-when-you-lack-authority--72045151
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Duration seconds: 1034

## Resource

Explores the concept of leveraging influence without having formal power. Scroggins argues that true leadership is rooted in courage and integrity rather than organizational titles, challenging the common myth that one must be "in charge" to make a difference. The author identifies identity as the foundation of effective leadership, encouraging individuals to understand their own past, personality, and purpose to lead with confidence. He further discusses ambition, suggesting it should neither be suppressed nor allowed to run wild, but instead channeled as a God-given drive to subdue and improve one’s environment. Ultimately, the source serves as a guide for those in the middle of an organization to reclaim their agency and create excellence right where they are. You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms: https://linktr.ee/book_shelter Get the Book now from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/How-Lead-When-Youre-Charge/dp/0310531578?&linkCode=ll2&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=2b406f9d507fcf8175c4445ea17fdb71&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl Produced by Podcai Studio: https://www.podcaistudio.com/

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