What guidance can you share around communicating effectively with stakeholders, once you've determined you will not be including their product request into your roadmap?

Restate / remind them of the vision and strategyAnd then how the current roadmap aligns to itDon't say no, just speak to why other items connect more closely to the goals...

I hate having to say "not now" to customers, so here's what I normally do:Lead with the “yes”: I start by highlighting what is coming, especially if there’s something tha...

When you decide not to prioritize a stakeholder's request in your roadmap, make sure to: Acknowledge and empathize - Recognize their effort and express understanding; th...

This can be an extremely difficult thing to do, depending on the personalities involved. When communicating that a stakeholder's request won't make it onto your roadmap, ...

Even if you can't address all of your stakeholder's requests, as a product manager or product leader you want to keep a strong relationship here and ensure that they keep...

“Saying No” is a soft skill every PM will exercise through his/her career. How to say No is something you will continue to learn and evolve with experience. Some guidin...

When addressing stakeholders, it’s best to start with in-person or one-on-one conversations, as they often just want to be heard. During these discussions it is important...