Lightning Workshops

Lightning Workshop: Stakeholder Mapping

This workshop helps teams understand and work with key stakeholders. Participants create a visual map using a Power/Interest grid. They then prioritize engagement approaches for the 5 most critical relationships.

Duration
2 days
Group Size
3-8
Category
Lightning Workshops
Format
In-person
Identify all stakeholders. Map stakeholders on a Power/Interest grid. Develop empathy snapshots for critical stakeholders. Create specific engagement tactics with clear ownership.
Teams will improve stakeholder relationships and communication. This leads to better alignment and support for projects. Expect increased efficiency and reduced roadblocks.
9:00am-
BREAK 5 min
Introduction: Define the initiative/project we're mapping for
9:05am-
IDEO 15 min
IDEO - Brainstorm
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9:20am-
18F 25 min
18F - Stakeholder Influence Mapping
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9:45am-
Remote Focused 15 min
How-Now-Wow
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10:00am-
BREAK 10 min
Break
10:10am-
Strategy 20 min
Empathy Mapping
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10:30am-
18F 15 min
18F - Stakeholder Influence Mapping
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10:45am-
Hyper Island 5 min
Check-in/Check-out
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10:50am-
BREAK 10 min
Wrap-up: Photograph map, schedule check-in

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For Facilitators

  • Review participant profiles and expectations
  • Prepare all materials and supplies
  • Test technology and room setup

For Participants

  • Complete pre-session survey
  • Review background materials
  • Prepare examples or case studies

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  • Large whiteboard or wall space for Power/Interest grid

  • Sticky notes (one color for stakeholder names)

  • Markers

  • Empathy snapshot templates (half-sheets with prompts)

  • Engagement tactic cards (index cards)

  • Masking tape for grid lines

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  • Facilitator Guide (PDF)
  • Participant Workbook Template
  • Presentation Slides
  • Printable Materials

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