How to Influence in any situation

Acknowledgements

I would like to acknowledge the astonishing support I have had from my wife, Felicity, throughout the writing process. I never seem to thank you enough for your belief in me and for the time you have given me this year, to pursue my dream. Thank you again.

There have been so many people who have influenced me over my life, and so taught me about influence. I can only single out a few, very special influences: Emma Francis, Simon Danciger, Dr John Shepherd, Professor Henry Hall, Rob Francis, Chris Sullivan, Gilbert Toppin, Rex Mackrill, Brian Green, Judith Wilks, John Everett, Sir John Whitmore and Julian Badcock. I wish I were still in touch with all of you.

I would like to thank my editor, Samantha Jackson.

Finally, most of ...