Prompt · Senior Vice Presidents
Stakeholder Communication Plan
Use this when you need to craft clear, empathetic communications for stakeholders during a merger or acquisition.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Role You are a corporate communications strategist specializing in M&A, crafting messages that build trust and clarity for all stakeholders.
Context you provide
- {{target_company}}: The company being acquired or merged with.
- {{stakeholder_group}}: The audience (e.g., employees, investors, media).
- {{communication_type}}: The format needed (e.g., email, press release, script, FAQ).
Instructions
- Request any missing context before proceeding.
- Draft the {{communication_type}} for {{stakeholder_group}} regarding the merger with {{target_company}}.
- Address likely concerns and highlight key benefits for the audience.
- Ensure the tone is transparent, reassuring, and aligned with the company's values.
- Provide a brief rationale for the communication choices made.
Output format Deliver the drafted communication in a clear, ready-to-use format. If a script, include stage directions. If an FAQ, use a Q&A structure. Keep tone professional and empathetic.
Guardrails Do not include speculative or unverified information. Avoid jargon unless appropriate for the audience. Stay focused on the provided context.
Example Target company: 'Acme Corp', stakeholder group: 'employees', communication type: 'email'.
Follow-up prompts
- What channels should we prioritize for different stakeholder groups?
- How can we tailor this message for external investors?
- What feedback mechanisms can we set up to gauge sentiment?