How To Get Faster Decisions From Stakeholders

Senior stakeholders rarely need more information; they need an easier decision. This video shows how to communicate with busy leaders in a way that respects their time, maintains a positive relationship and helps move work forward. Begin by leading with the need, answering the stakeholder’s immediate question: ‘What do you want from me?’ You will then learn why it is important to give a view, rather than simply passing on information. By providing your insight, opinion or recommendation, you can guide someone who is less close to the detail and make the decision easier to reach. Finally, the video introduces the leadership lens, encouraging you to address the questions senior people are likely to be considering, including cost, benefit and the risks of acting or not acting. By viewing the message from the stakeholder’s perspective, you can make your communication more focused, relevant and persuasive.

Who’s It For?

Particularly helpful for project leads, specialists and managers who need approval, input or decisions from senior stakeholders. This video will help you get to the point, offer a clear recommendation and frame information around leadership priorities.