Stakeholder and Relationship Management
We've pulled together a list of resources to provide a great starting point to help you grow and up-skill
By utilizing these resources, you can develop a better understanding of stakeholder management and relationship building. Remember that these skills often require ongoing learning, practice, and adaptation to various situations to effectively manage and nurture relationships with stakeholders.
Books
- “Managing Stakeholder Expectations for Project Success” by Ori Schibi and Ofer Zwikael: Focuses on stakeholder management in the context of project management.
- “Stakeholder Relationship Management: A Maturity Model for Organisational Implementation” by Lynda Bourne: Explores strategies for effectively managing stakeholder relationships.
- “Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion” by Robert Cialdini: Provides insights into influencing and managing relationships with stakeholders.
- “Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High” by Al Switzler, Joseph Grenny, and Ron McMillan: Focuses on effective communication and managing challenging conversations with stakeholders.
Podcasts
- “Relationship Matters” by The Society for Personality and Social Psychology: Discusses research in relationship science and interpersonal relationships.
- “The Stakeholder Podcast” by Ed Freeman: Focuses on stakeholder engagement and management in various industries.
Youtube
More details to come – check back soon!
Online Courses
- Platforms like Coursera, edX, and LinkedIn Learning offer courses on stakeholder management, relationship building, and managing client relationships.
Websites & Blogs
- ProjectManagement.com: Offers articles, webinars, and resources on stakeholder management in project management.
- Project Management Institute (PMI): PMI offers articles and resources on stakeholder engagement and management in the context of project management.
Practice
Actively try to engage in real-world projects and opportunities that involve stakeholder management to gain practical experience.
You may find platforms like Slack, Asana, or Trello useful in managing stakeholder communication and relationships in collaborative projects.