+**Influence** is the capacity to affect the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself. It often involves a subtle or overt form of [Power](/wiki/power) or [Persuasion](/wiki/persuasion), shaping outcomes without direct command. This pervasive force can be observed in individuals, groups, and systems, driving [Change](/wiki/change) across various domains.
+## See also
+- [Leadership](/wiki/leadership)
+- [Social Dynamics](/wiki/social-dynamics)
+- [Effect](/wiki/effect)