A Practical Guide to Dealing with Difficult Stakeholders

The book explores the complexities of managing diverse project stakeholders, highlighting the challenges posed by uncooperative individuals such as negative sponsors and demotivated team members. Authors Jake Holloway, Professor David Bryde, and Roger Joby draw on their extensive project management experience and social psychology research to identify common stakeholder types and their difficult behaviors. It offers a blend of theoretical insights and practical strategies to effectively navigate and mitigate the impact of challenging stakeholders on project success.