Navigating conflicting stakeholders requires understanding their influence and interests through careful assessment. Communicating effectively with all parties manages expectations and fosters transparency. Seeking common ground and solutions aligned with overarching project goals ensures that diverse perspectives are considered while maintaining project focus. This approach facilitates collaboration and successful outcomes despite conflicting stakeholder interests.

Navigating conflicting stakeholders with varying authority requires balance and tact. Start by identifying each stakeholder’s priorities and their impact on the project. Facilitate open discussions to uncover common ground and align expectations. Use data-driven insights to support decisions, ensuring transparency. Establish a clear communication hierarchy to manage inputs effectively. By fostering collaboration and respecting authority dynamics, you can maintain project momentum and harmony. #StakeholderManagement #ConflictResolution #ProjectLeadership #Collaboration #Transparency #EffectiveCommunication

A matriz de "poder x interesse" é a chave que deve direcionar a atuação do gerente de projetos diante dos dilemas gerados pelos conflitos entre as partes interessadas. A matriz, por exemplo, indica que, quando o interesse e a influência são altos por parte de um interessado, suas demandas e requisitos devem ser gerenciados com cuidado.

As a project manager you seldom have authority over any of the stakeholders, especially if they are from your client. This does not matter. You have authority over your team, but using coercion to get things done is seldom a good approach. You need to develop influence. • you own the scope, this is your bargaining power • generate respect through delivery and courage. Be a natural leader rather than an appointed one • be the source of solutions, not problems • never be fearful. Ever Technical skills may get you in the door, but people skills will get you over the line