Communication Strategies for Stakeholder Management in Project Management
Keywords:
Stakeholder management, project management, communication strategiesAbstract
In project management, managing stakeholders requires effective communication. This paper covers several communication techniques, examining the theoretical foundations and real-world implementations of each. Key communication methods that improve stakeholder participation and project success are identified through a mixed-method approach that includes surveys and case studies. The best communication strategies are those that are customized and take stakeholders' requirements and preferences into account, based upon the findings. By offering project managers practical advice and insights for improving stakeholder communication, this study develops the field of project management.
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