How to influence difficult stakeholders & peers

Are you struggling with resistant stakeholders who slow down progress, create stress, or block important initiatives?

Whether it's slow email replies, silences, aggression, or poor-quality work, these common obstacles can be incredibly frustrating and hinder successful transformation and change.

As a leader, it’s crucial to address conflicts with dignity and respect to build trust and momentum in your team. Mastering the ability to influence difficult stakeholders and peers is a vital skill for all leaders.

As a valued My Business member, we are thrilled to present the webinar How to Influence Difficult Stakeholders and Peers, presented in partnership with Chief Maker.

This insightful session will cover:

• How to identify and prioritise relationships that need work

• Understanding your stakeholders' personalities, challenges, and motivations

• Setting the right mindset and avoiding common pitfalls

• Influencing with integrity

• Breaking the patterns in particularly stuck relationships

Through examples and case studies, we’ll discuss scenarios such as dealing with a micromanaging boss, navigating hybrid working environments, and managing strained relationships with senior executive peers and board members.