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How do you build stakeholder management and influence skills to drive cross-functional alignment without direct authority?

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  1. Andres Diaz
    Andres Diaz

    LinkedIn Director, Global GTM Strategy & Operations, LinkedIn Sales Solutions • 2mo

    I think this is the toughest challenge that every RevOps professional faces--it's certainly more difficult than developing or learning any one technical skillset. There are no shortcuts to building cross-functional trust. It is the toughest, most persistent challenge in the field because it’s a marathon, not a sprint. You have to accept the non-linear progress. Some days you’ll feel like you’ve finally aligned Sales and Marketing on a pipeline quality approach. The next day, a random report will ...Read More

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  2. Zeina Marcotte
    Zeina Marcotte

    LinkedIn Senior Director, Strategic Accounts - LMS Sales Operations • 3mo

    This is a hard skill to master, and it takes time and practice. At its core, influence without authority comes down to trust, clarity, and consistency. The foundation starts with listening. Make sure stakeholders feel heard and understood. Practice active listening, ask thoughtful questions, and reflect back what you’re hearing to confirm alignment. When people feel genuinely heard, they’re usually more open to collaboration even if they don’t fully agree. The second piece is clear and transpare ...Read More

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