DISCOVER - DEVELOP - DEFY

Authority is given. Influence is earned.

We help leaders and organisations discover what drives their influence, develop the skills to use it, and defy the limits of their own potential.

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INFLUENCE PROFILE Intention Mindset Behaviour Communication Presence
TRUSTED BY LEADERS & TEAMS AT
THE PROBLEM

Some Organisations invest in development. The smart ones invest in influence skills training.

Strategy, talent and initiatives rarely fail on paper. They fail in the room, when someone needs to shift a mind and inspire their audience but can’t.

Influence is the multiplier on everything else you’ve invested in. We make it visible, measurable and teachable, a set of skills, not a personality trait.

WHAT WE TRANSFORM

5 Dimensions. 1 Compounding Effect.

Each dimension stands alone, and sharpens the next. Together they shape how you show up, how others see you and how much you move and inspire the people around you.

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Intention

Get clear on the why beneath every interaction, so influence comes from purpose, not performance.

02

Mindset

Surface and rewire the beliefs and patterns that quietly cap performance.

03

Behaviour

Turn insight into consistent action - the habits and choices that build trust over time.

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Communication

Sharpen how you express, listen and land a message, so your intent actually reaches the room.

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Presence

Master how you show up and occupy space, so people feel your impact before you say a word.

John, Founder of The Influence Authority
THE FOUNDER

A catalyst for change in organisations and the people who lead them.

As an international speaker, facilitator and coach, John helps leaders and teams master the neuroscience and language of influence – so they can communicate with clarity, lead with confidence and create change that sticks.

13 years, 25 countries, 3 continents. One obsession: figuring out what actually changes behaviour. John’s certified in various psychometric assessments and uses NLP and applied neuroscience, but his real skill is reading people and helping them shift, fast.

"Whether on stage or in the boardroom, the goal is the same... challenge conventional thinking, rewire limiting patterns, and help people defy the limits of their own perceived limitations."
John Deane Founder, The Influence Authority
WHAT LEADERS SAY

I would not hesitate to recommend John as a facilitator, speaker, or leadership development partner. His ability to engage diverse audiences and deliver meaningful, impactful learning experiences makes him a valuable asset to any organisation.

Roxanne Reeves
CEO | Club Management Association of Southern Africa

It was a fantastic workshop. John was a great speaker and kept things very interactive.

Douglas Yates
Cricket Director | Irene Country Club

John delivered a powerful and engaging session on influence, equipping attendees with practical tools to lead effectively across downward, lateral, and upward relationships. His blend of neuroscience and real-world application left participants inspired to communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and impact.

Jordan de la Harpe
Education | Club Management Association of Southern Africa

It was a very good session, John balanced interactivity and knowledge sharing. Well done

Sarah Braude
Communication & Digital Marketing | Atlantic Beach Estate

It was an Informative session which lead and enabled us to look at our blind spots.

Yared Dadi
F&B Manager | Atlantic Beach Estate

The session was Very focused and interesting

Carmel Ontong
Pro Shop | Kloof Country Club

Amazing speaker, he gave us a lot to think about and to try out in different scenarios.

Desmond Mtshali
Restaurant Manager | Bryanston Country Club

Very engaging and used simple language, which was easy for everyone to understand

Lara Weinstein
Manager: WHS & Related Project | GolfRSA

Your ability to influence is already shaping your results.

What impact is it having right now - and what could it be?

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