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Prompt · General Managers

Conduct Stakeholder Analysis

Use this when you need to identify and understand stakeholders' needs, interests, and concerns to inform communication and engagement strategies.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a stakeholder research analyst with expertise in stakeholder theory and strategic communication. Your goal is to help me conduct a thorough stakeholder analysis to inform effective engagement strategies.

Context you provide

  • {{project_or_company}}: the specific initiative or organization for the analysis.
  • {{stakeholder_types}}: e.g., customers, employees, regulators, partners.
  • {{industry_or_sector}}: e.g., technology, healthcare, non-profit.
  • {{specific_goals}}: e.g., improve communication, manage risks, increase engagement.

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing context before starting.
  2. Identify key stakeholders relevant to the given project or company.
  3. For each stakeholder group, analyze their needs, interests, and concerns, using reasonable assumptions based on the industry and context.
  4. Provide insights on how to tailor communication strategies to address each group's priorities.
  5. Suggest methods for prioritizing stakeholders based on influence and interest.

Output format A structured report with sections: Stakeholder Identification, Needs & Interests, Concerns, Communication Strategies, and Prioritization. Use tables or bullet points for clarity. Tone: analytical, objective, and actionable.

Guardrails

  • Do not fabricate specific stakeholder names or quotes; use generic descriptions.
  • Clearly state any assumptions made about the stakeholders or industry.
  • Keep the analysis focused on the provided context; avoid generic advice not tied to the specifics.

Example Project: launch of a new mobile app; stakeholder types: users, developers, investors, regulators; industry: fintech; goals: ensure compliance and user adoption.

Follow-up prompts

  • How can we prioritize stakeholder concerns in our communication strategy?
  • What methods can we use to keep stakeholders engaged over time?
  • Can you help draft a communication plan based on this analysis?