Stakeholder communication map
Make responsibilities, information needs, and communication preferences visible.
XLSX · 6 KB · Version 1.0 · No macros · No email required
When to use it
Use this at kickoff, when someone joins the project, or when decisions keep getting stuck between teams.
What’s inside
- 20 editable rows, including one fictional sponsor example
- Influence and interest selections with a suggested engagement approach
- Decision needs, relationship owner, and communication cadence
PUT IT TO WORKStart with
Start with
one useful update.
- List the roles that can affect the work or are affected by it. Start with roles before adding names.
- Write the decision or information each stakeholder needs, not just their job title.
- Choose influence and interest levels. Treat the suggested approach as a conversation starter.
- Confirm the channel and cadence with each stakeholder. Update the map as responsibilities change.
Open in Excel or import the XLSX into Google Sheets. Check formatting and dropdowns after importing. The workbook provides 20 rows where relevant; copy the last row, including formulas and validation, when you need more.
You may adapt these templates for your own work and share them within your team. Please link to this resource page when sharing publicly.
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