# 103. The #1 Truth About Influence That I Learned the Hard Way

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Podcast: [Psychology at Work | Career Success, Leadership, Communication Skills](https://stenobird.com/podcast/psychology-at-work-career-success-leadership-communication-skills-7001317)
Published: 2026-05-14T09:00:00+00:00
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