We do this … others just talk about it.
As a manager, every now and then there’s no way around it — you have to introduce change. And after years in web startups, I’m still amazed by how resistant people can be to even the slightest of changes; replace your site’s font, and you’re bound to get as many as dozens of complaints from users who liked the old font better.
In this post I show you how to make a stakeholder map.
So, let’s get started. Let’s make a list. My way.
I often hear project managers bemoaning their stakeholders. They say they’re setting unrealistic goals or don’t take an active interest in the project. They ignore to crucial facts about stakeholder management.
Learning to trust your instincts is an important leadership skill. Use this wisely and it will give you a head start when project planning.
Read on and I’ll explain …