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What tactics do you use to build trust, credibility, and relationships with stakeholders during your first 90 days What questions do you ask of stakeholders during your 1on1 with them?

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  1. Sarah Din
    Sarah Din

    Former SVP of Product Marketing at Quickbase • 7mo

    In the first 90 days, I’m mostly trying to listen way more than I talk and show people I’m here to make their lives easier, not add more process. Tactics that have worked well for me over theyears: Show up prepared, but not with an agenda Ask simple questions and actually follow through on what you hear Share small wins early so people see momentum Be Vunerable. Say “I don’t know yet” when it’s true Invite people into your work instead of presenting it at them Give credit loudly, ask for help qu ...Read More

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  2. Glad that you're already planning to 1:1's. Taking the time to understand your stakeholders' perspectives is an important first step in building trust. I don't have a standard list of questions. I come in with observations (what I learned prior to engaging with my client or from previous stakeholder converations) and ask both closed- and open-ended questions. Examples: "This message is for CMOs, but traditionally you have sold to product managers. What are the things your sales team will need to ...Read More

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