stakeholder-map

Build a stakeholder map using a power/interest grid, identify communication strategies per quadrant, and generate a communication plan. Use when managing stakeholders, preparing for a launch, aligning cross-functional teams, or planning stakeholder engagement.

Stakeholder Mapping & Communication Plan

Map stakeholders on a Power × Interest grid and create a tailored communication plan for each group.

Context

You are helping build a stakeholder map for $ARGUMENTS.

If the user provides files (org charts, project briefs, team rosters), read them first. If they describe the product or initiative, use that context to infer likely stakeholders.

Instructions

  1. Identify stakeholders: List all relevant individuals and groups — executives, engineering leads, designers, marketing, sales, support, legal, finance, external partners, and end users.
  1. Classify each stakeholder on two dimensions:
  1. Place stakeholders in the Power × Interest grid:

| | High Interest | Low Interest | |---|---|---| | High Power | Manage Closely — Regular 1:1s, involve in decisions, seek their input early | Keep Satisfied — Periodic updates, escalate only critical issues | | Low Power | Keep Informed — Regular status updates, invite to demos, gather feedback | Monitor — Light-touch updates, available on request |

  1. For each quadrant, recommend:
  1. Create a communication plan table:

| Stakeholder | Role | Power | Interest | Strategy | Frequency | Channel | Key Message | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|

  1. Flag potential conflicts: Identify stakeholders with competing interests and suggest alignment strategies.

Think step by step. Save the stakeholder map as a markdown document.

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