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You're facing stakeholder resistance to a strategic shift. How do you get them on board?

Facing pushback on your strategic shift? Share your strategies for gaining stakeholder support.

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You're facing stakeholder resistance to a strategic shift. How do you get them on board?

Facing pushback on your strategic shift? Share your strategies for gaining stakeholder support.

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    Ricardo Chang

    Strategic Business Manager│Business Development │Sales & Commercial │ B2B & B2C │ Disruptive Innovator

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    Ganar el apoyo de las partes interesadas requiere empatía y claridad. Escucha activamente sus preocupaciones y comprende sus puntos de vista. Comunica los beneficios del cambio con ejemplos concretos, mostrando cómo este avance satisface tanto sus intereses como los de la organización. Además, involúcralos en el proceso. Permíteles contribuir con ideas y sentirse parte del cambio, no solo afectados por él. La transparencia y la colaboración generan confianza, transformando la resistencia en compromiso. ¡Un cambio estratégico comienza con un liderazgo inclusivo y visionario!

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    Hassan Tirmizi, FCIPD, CMgr FCMI, FCPHR

    OD&D Maverick | Global HR Thought Leader | People & Culture Architect | Transformation Coach | Training Maven | Chartered Fellow CIPD | Chartered Manager Fellow (CMgr FCMI)

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    Ever tried steering a ship against the current? Facing stakeholder resistance can feel just like that, right? The key is to break down the strategy into relatable, tangible benefits. Show how this shift addresses their concerns or directly benefits their goals. Invite them into the conversation, actively listen to their hesitations, and engage in open dialogue. Transparency is crucial—outline the “why” behind the change, not just the “what.” Acknowledge their fears and provide solutions. After all, change is less daunting when it’s seen as an opportunity rather than a threat. "Get them on board, and the waves of resistance become ripples!"

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    Alejandro Arellano

    CEO & Board Advisor | EdTech & Startup Growth Strategist | Keynote Speaker ☛ Helping companies scale & innovate across LATAM & Europe.

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    Clearly communicate the vision and benefits of the shift. Use data and stories to build a compelling case. Engage stakeholders early, involving them in planning to address concerns and foster ownership. Address fears openly and empathetically. Show how the shift benefits everyone and is necessary for long-term success. Highlight the risks of inaction and provide support, such as training and resources, to help stakeholders adapt smoothly.

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    EdnaLyn Harding

    From 'No to Known' | Bible-Based Business Growth & Cognitive Coaching | Double Your Clients, Clarity, & Confidence Fast | Battle to Booming Business Programs for Startups, SMEs, & Service Providers

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    People resist what they feel excluded from. Instead of presenting a finished plan, bring stakeholders into the process early. Ask for their insights, address their concerns, and let them see their fingerprints on the strategy.

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