Leadership, Influence, and Political Buy-In
Abstract
AI agents are not merely technical deployments; they represent acts of organizational persuasion. Without executive support, political alignment, and frontline advocacy, even the most advanced AI systems can stall. Chapter 4 introduces the influence blueprint: principles for building alliances, crafting strategic narratives, and positioning AI agents as essential to business growth. This is not about coding; it is about controlling the organizational chessboard. Each principle is rooted in behavioral science, such as authority framing, social proof, and emotional resonance, to move stakeholders from skeptics to supporters.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Information Technology Governance and Strategy
Artificial Intelligence Applications
Impact of AI and Big Data on Business and Society
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Routledge eBooks
- Pages
- 67–78
- Publication date
- 3 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter