{"id":379,"date":"2025-09-11T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seaflowwellness.com\/?p=379"},"modified":"2025-11-19T11:38:16","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T11:38:16","slug":"the-future-of-influence-how-experts-are-shaping-a-480-billion-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seaflowwellness.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/11\/the-future-of-influence-how-experts-are-shaping-a-480-billion-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"The Future of Influence: How Experts Are Shaping a $480 Billion Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.workitdaily.com\/media-library\/professional-woman-records-a-video-to-post-on-linkedin.jpg?id=61589599&amp;width=1200&amp;height=800&amp;coordinates=0%2C0%2C0%2C0\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">The $480 billion global influencer economy is booming. As a professional accustomed to working a 9-to-5 job, are you aware that you, too, can capitalize on this opportunity?<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Professionals of all industries now have the power to become microinfluencers, using trust, authenticity, and visibility to shape their career success. If you want to be a leader in your industry, understanding the future of influence is crucial.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s look at how professionals are redefining what it means to influence, and how influence is transforming various fields, from cybersecurity to style.<\/p>\n<h3>What Does &#8220;Influence&#8221; Mean In Your Industry?<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"rm-shortcode\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"b11dda5bc66be74388ef6dedee45b8bf\" style=\"padding-top:56.25%\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"responsive-embed widescreen\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Future of Influence - PRO VOICE Podcast - Episode 2\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MPIeU9alC58?list=PLhrBmkjLNq1XGJZZBOfBWV0-FetjGO5SE\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Depending on what industry you&#8217;re in and the type of value you bring to your organization, you could define &#8220;influence&#8221; in various ways. Some examples of how influence shows up in the professional world include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Leadership<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Education<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Attention<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Presentation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Influence is central to leadership. A leader&#8217;s success often depends on their ability to inspire, engage, and move people toward a shared purpose. Influence also comes from educating others, empowering them with the knowledge they need to succeed both at work and in life. A person&#8217;s presentation\u2014their clothing, the image they project, confidence, and impact on others\u2014can shape influence as well. But <strong>influence begins with attention<\/strong>. Before impact or persuasion can occur, professionals must first capture interest and create a human connection.<\/p>\n<h3>Influence Resources: Books, Ideas, and Tools to Build Impact<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Man creates LinkedIn video for hiring managers in his job search to replace his resume\" class=\"rm-shortcode lazyload\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"d64bb67c9da6571ec266bf94f355e3b8\" data-rm-shortcode-name=\"rebelmouse-image\" id=\"f5ca0\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.workitdaily.com\/media-library\/man-creates-linkedin-video-for-hiring-managers-in-his-job-search-to-replace-his-resume.jpg?id=28149200&amp;width=980\"><\/p>\n<p>Based on these four areas from which influence is developed, here are some resources to help you build visibility and impact in your career, recommended by influential leaders in Work It DAILY&#8217;s PRO VOICE program:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Research by Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle<\/strong>, a senior research scientist at Yale University\u2019s Center for Emotional Intelligence. She argues that creativity is a choice\u2014an empowering message for anyone seeking to grow their influence.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action <\/em>by Simon Sinek<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong> This book examines how tying influence to purpose strengthens trust and engagement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Quotes and advice by Stacy London, specifically, &#8220;It&#8217;s not about the clothes, it&#8217;s about the psychology behind them.&#8221;<\/strong> This quote points to the deeper psychology of style and how elevated athleisure is reshaping confidence and self-expression in work and life.<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>T<\/strong><strong>he Cyber Effect<\/strong><\/em><strong> by Dr. Mary Aiken.<\/strong> This book explores how technology influences human development and relationships.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Why LinkedIn Video Is the Future of Professional Influence<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Young professional makes a video for her LinkedIn profile\" class=\"rm-shortcode lazyload\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"4bcd5a187bef97b5af39f84b416b2ea3\" data-rm-shortcode-name=\"rebelmouse-image\" id=\"5ccd1\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.workitdaily.com\/media-library\/young-professional-makes-a-video-for-her-linkedin-profile.jpg?id=24477610&amp;width=980\"><\/p>\n<p>Now that you understand what influence is and have resources to guide you, it&#8217;s time to discuss <em>where<\/em> to develop your influence. For most professionals, LinkedIn is the best place to build professional credibility, connections, and industry recognition. But the medium you use for your influential content matters more than you think. <\/p>\n<p> <strong>Nowadays, people don&#8217;t read; they watch. <\/strong><strong>With your audience increasingly preferring video over text, you need to meet them where they are.<\/strong> And that means utilizing LinkedIn video to grow your reach and, therefore, your professional influence.<\/p>\n<p>We know&#8230;it&#8217;s scary posting videos of yourself online for everyone to see. But overcoming your fear of the camera allows you to use video to establish credibility and expand influence. It is an integral part of professional branding in the age of AI.<\/p>\n<p><strong>LinkedIn videos build connection. <\/strong>They are a unique way to connect authentically and create meaningful conversations with aligned professionals\u2014the people who care about what you care about and see the value in your expertise. The future of professional influence is LinkedIn video because it enables you to authenticate who you are and prove that you can do what you say you can do, grabbing the attention of recruiters and employers who are trying to hire the right person in a sea of unqualified candidates with AI-generated resumes and cover letters.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re nervous about hitting \u201crecord,\u201d you\u2019re not alone. That\u2019s why J.T. O&#8217;Donnell, founder and CEO of Work It DAILY, created <a href=\"https:\/\/work-it-daily-ylhq7w7.gamma.site\/pro-voice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PRO VOICE<\/a>. It&#8217;s a system designed to help professionals build confidence, find their authentic voice, and use tools like LinkedIn video to grow their influence.<\/p>\n<h3>Influence in Action: Tips from PRO VOICERs<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Male influencer creates a video for LinkedIn\" class=\"rm-shortcode lazyload\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"dd3a2c07182567cd7e66d99ee48af6a8\" data-rm-shortcode-name=\"rebelmouse-image\" id=\"5750f\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.workitdaily.com\/media-library\/male-influencer-creates-a-video-for-linkedin.jpg?id=61589605&amp;width=980\"><\/p>\n<p>Those who have joined our <a href=\"https:\/\/work-it-daily-ylhq7w7.gamma.site\/pro-voice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PRO VOICE<\/a> program know that video is a game-changer for career visibility and growth. It is a key element in the future of work. Here are their tips for building influence on LinkedIn through video content:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Align self-description with visual presentation.<\/strong> You control your professional narrative.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Do a \u201cfuture me\u201d test before posting content online.<\/strong> Would &#8220;future you&#8221; be okay with posting that video? This ensures long-term security and intentional influence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>When you get comfortable with video, stop using scripts.<\/strong> You gain more influence by showing up authentically, which fosters instant trust.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Embrace imperfection.<\/strong> Trust and authenticity are the foundation of influence. Leaders build stronger connections when they stop trying to be perfect online.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>The Future of Influence: Key Lessons for Professionals in 2025<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Work It DAILY&#039;s PRO VOICE program\" class=\"rm-shortcode lazyload\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"5272f671083ccf4930654f03117f61de\" data-rm-shortcode-name=\"rebelmouse-image\" id=\"1e4d5\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.workitdaily.com\/media-library\/work-it-daily-s-pro-voice-program.png?id=61555933&amp;width=980\"><\/p>\n<p>As the influencer economy grows, one truth remains clear: professionals don\u2019t need millions of followers to make an impact. What they do need is clarity, authenticity, and the courage to use their voice.<\/p>\n<p>If there are only three things you learn today on the subject of influence, let them be these:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> <strong>Influence is about trust, authenticity, and attention across all industries.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li> <strong>LinkedIn video is a powerful tool for building visibility and professional credibility.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li> <strong>Professionals control their message\u2014and using that control intentionally creates lasting impact.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At the end of the day, influence is simply showing up authentically, building trust, and using your expertise to create meaningful change in your career and industry. That\u2019s the power of PRO VOICE.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to discover your PRO VOICE and unlock new opportunities?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/work-it-daily-ylhq7w7.gamma.site\/pro-voice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Join our community<\/a> of professionals who are redefining influence in the future of work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The $480 billion global influencer economy is booming. As a professional accustomed to working a 9-to-5 job, are you aware that you, too, can capitalize on this opportunity? 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