The phrase "guiding influence" refers to a person or thing that provides direction, advice, or support to help others make decisions or navigate their way through situations in a positive way. Full definition
Finan, the mayoral spokesman, said in an email, «Finding the balance between good wages for workers and ensuring that the construction of affordable housing is economically feasible has been our sole guiding influence in prevailing wage discussions.» (cityandstateny.com)
If you're looking for a fast - paced, Metroidvania platformer with a deep historical guiding influence, then look no further than this little gem, made with dedication by developer Long Hat House. (allgamers.com)
Unfortunately, I missed a poster with a great title: «Jerks as Guiding Influences on the Global Environment: Effects on the Solid Earth, Its Angular Momentum and Lithospheric Plate Motions, the Atmosphere, Weather, and Climate» by JM Quinn and BA Leybourne. (skepticalscience.com)