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Here's how you can effectively manage stakeholder expectations to reduce stress on your team.

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Managing stakeholder expectations is crucial for maintaining a healthy and stress-free work environment. When your team is clear on what stakeholders expect, they can focus on delivering results without the added pressure of uncertainty and last-minute demands. By setting realistic goals, communicating effectively, and establishing a feedback loop, you can ensure that your team stays on track and under control. Remember, a well-informed team is a less stressed team, and managing expectations is the key to keeping everyone aligned and focused on success.

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Ranjani Bhat

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Debanil Chakraborty

Tax Director - Citrin Cooperman| Motivational Speaker| Mentor| Learner| Cricket Lover

1 Clarify Goals

Begin by clarifying goals and objectives with your stakeholders to ensure everyone is on the same page. This involves detailed discussions about project outcomes, timelines, and the resources available. By doing so, you can set realistic expectations from the start, which helps to prevent misunderstandings and last-minute changes that can cause stress. Transparent communication about what can and cannot be achieved given the constraints will empower your team to work confidently within clear parameters.

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Ranjani Bhat

Linkedin Top Voice, Senior Manager 3 - Tax at EY, US CPA, EA, ICWA, MBA
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Establish open channels of communication with stakeholders. Clearly communicate project goals, timelines, and constraints. Keep stakeholders informed of progress, challenges, and any changes that may impact the project though regular Updates and progress Reports. Set Realistic Expectations. Ensure stakeholders understand their role in providing input and making decisions. Establish a formal change control process to manage scope changes. Solicit constructive feedback from stakeholders at appropriate stages. Address issues or conflicts and seek win-win solutions where possible. Stay agile and flexible in responding to changing stakeholder needs. These can reduce stress on your team and enhance the overall success of your projects.

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Paula Andrea Martinez Velez

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Tener claridad de los objetivos aporta al enfoque del equipo, segun mi experiencia estos objetivos deben repetirse en cada reunión qiue se realice a fin de interiorizarlos y conectarlos con facilidad a lo que cada persona aporta en su labor. Hablar los objetivos, explicar como se siente frente a ellos, identificar avances peque?os y grandes. Esto genera satisfaccion al equipo y al individuo.

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Debanil Chakraborty

Tax Director - Citrin Cooperman| Motivational Speaker| Mentor| Learner| Cricket Lover
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Managing stakeholder/client expectations are very important to maintain a good relationship with the clients: a) We need to clarify the the roles and responsibilities of each of the team member of what needs to be get done and how it should be done. b) Effective communication with stakeholders time to time is very essential in order to make some adjustments if there is any change in their expectations and we need to cascade the same message to the team so everyone stay on same page. c) If the team is handling multiple projects, then we need the set the priorities based on timeline of the projects. If the team knows what needs to be deliver within the set timeline, it will reduces a lot of stress and increase productivity.

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Hanningtone Okumu

IT Specialist | System Administration | Network & Security | Data Analysis | Cloud Services | IT Project Management
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Effectively managing stakeholder expectations involves clear and consistent communication, setting realistic goals, and establishing a mutual understanding of project timelines and deliverables. Regular updates and transparency about progress, potential challenges, and changes in scope are essential. Engaging stakeholders early and often fosters collaboration and trust, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed promptly. By aligning stakeholders' expectations with the team's capabilities and constraints, you can prevent misunderstandings and reduce stress, creating a more supportive and productive working environment for your team.

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2 Open Dialogue

Maintain an open dialogue with stakeholders throughout the project. This means regular updates and check-ins to discuss progress and any challenges that arise. Effective communication is a two-way street; encourage stakeholders to voice their concerns and expectations as the project evolves. This ongoing conversation helps to manage expectations proactively and allows your team to adjust plans as necessary, reducing the likelihood of stress caused by surprise demands or feedback.

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Paula Andrea Martinez Velez

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Es importante establecer un dialogo que puede ser versatil, es decir que vaya desde la vida tecnica del proyecto hasta la percepción personal de los integrantes del equipo. Cuando se lleva a cabo un proyecto estableces relaciones de valor con tus compa?eros y esto es lo que lo hace importante. Cuando existe un dialogo abierto el crecimiento es en equipo y mayor. Cuando las personas comparten experiencias (de diferentes tipos)de forma consciente e intensa logran superar los obstaculos con mayor facilidad.

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3 Set Boundaries

Setting boundaries is essential for managing both stakeholder expectations and team stress levels. Define the scope of work clearly and be firm about what is outside the agreed-upon parameters. It's important to communicate these boundaries to stakeholders early on and to be consistent in enforcing them. This clarity will protect your team from scope creep—the tendency for project requirements to increase over time—which can lead to overwhelming workloads and stress.

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4 Manage Priorities

Teach your team how to manage priorities by focusing on high-impact tasks that align with stakeholder expectations. This involves evaluating the importance and urgency of tasks and making strategic decisions about where to allocate resources and effort. By prioritizing effectively, your team can meet key milestones without becoming overwhelmed by less critical tasks, thus reducing stress and enhancing productivity.

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Paula Andrea Martinez Velez

Psicoeducación:Directora General Formessis/ Co Creadora Técnica SLP/ Creadora de contenido Podcast Conexión SLP/ Co Author EBooks “Autoconfianza”, “Inteligencia Emocional”, “40 Días de Bienestar”
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La planeacion combinada con la flexibilidad ayuda a construir en un seguimiento semanal objetivos en su debido orden. La actualidad nos invita a ser agiles y flexibles al cambio por ello la planeacion flexible y a corto plazo es una herramienta de gestión que disminuye la ansiedad y prioriza las necesidades del equipo, de la organizacion y en muchos casos de tu cliente.

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5 Foster Team Resilience

Building resilience within your team is vital for coping with the pressures of managing stakeholder expectations. Encourage a culture of support and collaboration where team members feel comfortable discussing stressors and seeking help. Provide training in stress management techniques, such as mindfulness or time management, to equip your team with the tools they need to stay calm and focused even when under pressure from stakeholder demands.

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Paula Andrea Martinez Velez

Psicoeducación:Directora General Formessis/ Co Creadora Técnica SLP/ Creadora de contenido Podcast Conexión SLP/ Co Author EBooks “Autoconfianza”, “Inteligencia Emocional”, “40 Días de Bienestar”
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Para comprender y ense?ar la resiliencia es necesario construir una cultura de aprendizaje continuo entendiendo como aprendizaje el caer en el errror cuando estamos ejecutando un proyecto, es decir que estamos aprendiendo. Para ser resiliente se debe entender que el error es parte del proceso natural y continuar despes de él es un deber.

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6 Adjust Expectations

Finally, don't hesitate to adjust expectations if circumstances change. Projects rarely go exactly as planned, and it's important to communicate any shifts in scope, timeline, or resources to stakeholders promptly. By being flexible and transparent, you can renegotiate expectations to fit the new reality without overburdening your team. This adaptability can help mitigate stress by avoiding the pitfalls of sticking rigidly to outdated goals or promises.

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When stakeholders have unrealistic or constantly changing expectations, it can lead to increased stress and pressure on your team. Clearly define how communication will occur between the project team and stakeholders. Establish regular meetings, status reports, and feedback sessions to ensure everyone is informed and on the same page. Scope creep is a common challenge in project management where stakeholders continually add new requirements or requests. It's essential to set clear boundaries and communicate the impact of these changes on timelines and resources. Avoid making promises or commitments that cannot be met. Instead, underpromise on what can be delivered and strive to exceed expectations.

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