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You're leading a cross-organizational project. How can you ensure all stakeholders stay informed and engaged?

When steering a cross-organizational initiative, clear and consistent communication is vital. Employ these strategies to maintain stakeholder engagement:

- Implement a centralized communication platform, like Slack or Trello, for updates and feedback.

- Schedule regular check-ins via video calls or progress reports to ensure transparency.

- Foster a culture of openness by encouraging questions and addressing concerns promptly.

How do you keep stakeholders engaged in your projects? Share your strategies.

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You're leading a cross-organizational project. How can you ensure all stakeholders stay informed and engaged?

When steering a cross-organizational initiative, clear and consistent communication is vital. Employ these strategies to maintain stakeholder engagement:

- Implement a centralized communication platform, like Slack or Trello, for updates and feedback.

- Schedule regular check-ins via video calls or progress reports to ensure transparency.

- Foster a culture of openness by encouraging questions and addressing concerns promptly.

How do you keep stakeholders engaged in your projects? Share your strategies.

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    Inna Lohvin 🇺🇦

    Strategic Partnerships at Headway Inc | Growth Mentor | Building partnerships in fintech, travel & education

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    Here's what works for me: Set up a simple rhythm of brief weekly updates and monthly deep-dives. I make sure every stakeholder knows their lane and what's coming next. Quick wins: - One central doc for tracking (I use Notion) - 15-min standups for burning issues - Monthly metrics dashboard everyone actually gets - Clear ownership for each milestone I've been there: people tune out with too much information. Keep it relevant, actionable, and human. When in doubt, grab a coffee with key players—it works better than 10 emails.

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    Hamid (Ken) Chavoshi (Sugimoto)

    Medal of Honour of Export I Achieved $1.5 Billion in Global Sales I Helping Individuals and Businesses to Relocate and Expand to North America and Europe I CEO & Co-Founder

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    To keep stakeholders informed and engaged in a cross-organizational project, establish clear communication channels like regular updates via emails, dashboards, or meetings. Use a stakeholder matrix to tailor messages based on their roles and interests. Promote transparency by sharing progress, challenges, and milestones. Encourage feedback loops to ensure collaboration and align expectations. Utilizing tools like project management software can streamline updates and maintain accountability across teams.

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    Helena Haramis, PhD

    Senior Budget and Contract Specialist @ Theradex Oncology

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    Great post! You’ve highlighted key strategies for keeping stakeholders informed and engaged. In addition to using platforms like Slack or Trello, I’d suggest adding personalized communication—sometimes, one-on-one conversations or smaller group meetings can help address specific concerns and strengthen relationships. Also, aligning on shared goals from the start can ensure everyone stays motivated and focused. Regular check-ins and fostering an open culture are essential, but making communication tailored and goal-oriented can further enhance engagement. Looking forward to hearing other strategies! #ProjectManagement #StakeholderEngagement #Collaboration #Leadership

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    Pablo S.

    Gerente de Administración | NeuroManagement | MBA - UCEMA

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    Mantener una comunicación clara y coherente en proyectos interorganizacionales es clave para su éxito. Implementar plataformas centralizadas como Slack o Trello facilita actualizaciones y coordinación, mientras que controles regulares, como videollamadas o informes de progreso, garantizan transparencia. Fomentar una cultura de apertura permite a las partes interesadas expresar inquietudes, las cuales deben abordarse de forma ágil para fortalecer la confianza. Además, incluir activamente a todos los involucrados mejora el sentido de pertenencia y enriquece el enfoque hacia el compromiso colectivo.

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    Ricardo Chang

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

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    ✅ Establecer canales de comunicación claros: Utilizar herramientas como reuniones periódicas, plataformas colaborativas y reportes automatizados para mantener a todos alineados. ✅ Definir expectativas desde el inicio: Asegurar que cada parte interesada comprenda su rol y el impacto del proyecto. ✅ Fomentar la participación activa: Crear espacios donde los stakeholders puedan expresar sus inquietudes y contribuir a la toma de decisiones. ✅ Monitorear el compromiso y ajustar estrategias: Evaluar regularmente el nivel de involucramiento y adaptar la comunicación según las necesidades del equipo.

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    Nael Al-Maqtari

    National Consultant | Programs Management | WASH & Education | M&E | International Development

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    To keep stakeholders informed and engaged, you have to set up clear communication channels like regular meetings, emails, or dashboards for updates. Define everyone’s roles and responsibilities so there’s no confusion. Create a plan to engage stakeholders based on their needs and interests, and keep them involved through regular check-ins and opportunities to collaborate. Be transparent about progress and challenges, and address any concerns quickly. Offer training or resources if needed, and celebrate milestones to keep everyone motivated. Regularly review and adjust your approach to make sure it’s working for everyone involved.

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    Gaylend C.

    Marketing Strategist | B2B & B2C Expert | Driving Growth through Persona-Based Campaigns and Data-Driven Strategies

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    To keep stakeholders informed and engaged, I prioritize transparency and optimized communication. I use a project management tool to centralize tasks, key dates, promotions, and paid placements. I also implement a streamlined email system with an internal naming convention to organize brand communications, routing them to the appropriate teams to ensure alignment. A cloud-based space within the project management tool is used to share action items, meeting notes, and attachments with real-time updates so stakeholders can stay current. Most importantly, I share weekly MTD reporting insights, establish bi-weekly touch bases, and provide my contact information for emergencies. This fosters alignment and collaboration across teams.

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    Elvis Tinti

    CEO | Board Member | Investor

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    Ao liderar um projeto interorganizacional, asseguro que todas as partes interessadas permaneçam informadas e engajadas por meio de comunicação estruturada e colaborativa. Primeiro, estabeleço um plano de comunicação claro, com atualizações regulares e canais acessíveis para feedback. Em seguida, crio pontos de alinhamento frequentes, como reuniões ou relatórios, para garantir que as expectativas e objetivos sejam compartilhados. Por fim, reconheço contribuições individuais e coletivas, reforçando o engajamento e o senso de pertencimento ao projeto.

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    Jerlin Susan Varghese

    Loyalty Partnerships & Revenue Generation

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    Ensuring stakeholders stay informed and engaged in a cross-organizational project requires structured communication and collaboration. Start with a clear project roadmap, outlining roles, responsibilities, and timelines. Regular updates via meetings, reports, or dashboards keep everyone aligned on progress. Use tailored communication channels to address the specific needs of different stakeholders. Actively solicit feedback to foster inclusivity and address concerns promptly. Recognize contributions to maintain motivation and trust. Consistent transparency and proactive engagement are key to ensuring all stakeholders remain invested in the project's success.

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    Karine Vanetti 💫

    🚀Responsable Relations Entreprises & Développement 📍 MEDEF71 ✔Au service des dirigeant(e)s de #couveuse #startup #TPE #PME #PMI #ETI #GrandCompte ✔En charge du #ClubFemmesduMedef71

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    Des briefs et des synthèses aux parties prenantes avec l'état d'avancement du projet par rapport aux objectifs initiaux. De la passion dans les échanges, de l'honnêteté et de la transparence.

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