Claude 3.5 SonnetIntermediateProject Management

Stakeholder Analysis & Power-Interest Matrix.

A free, copy-paste Claude 3.5 Sonnet prompt for identifying and managing the people who can influence or are affected by the project.. Tested and optimized for 2026 AI model architectures including .

AI Model
Claude 3.5 Sonnet
Difficulty
Intermediate
Setup Time
15–20 minutes

The Prompt Template

Act as a Project Management Consultant. Based on the following project description: [Description], identify all key stakeholders. Perform a Stakeholder Analysis by: 1. Mapping them on a Power/Interest Grid (Monitor, Keep Informed, Keep Satisfied, Manage Closely). 2. Identifying their potential impact on the project. 3. Defining their primary expectations. 4. Suggesting a tailored communication strategy for each group. 5. Identifying potential 'blockers' vs. 'champions'.

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Best Used For

Identifying and managing the people who can influence or are affected by the project.. This template provides a structured foundation for project management workflows, ensuring Claude 3.5 Sonnet understands the specific constraints and persona required for high-quality output.

Skill Required

Some experience with AI prompting recommended

Pro Tips

  • Replace all [brackets] with specific details before running.
  • Customize the context section thoroughly for best results.
  • Add your brand tone or audience context at the end for better personalization.
  • Iterating on outputs with follow-up messages produces 40–60% better results.

Compatible AI Models

ChatGPT
GPT-4o, GPT-o3
Claude
Claude Sonnet 4.5, Opus 4
Gemini
Gemini 2.5 Pro, Flash

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Power/Interest Grid?+
It is a tool used to categorize stakeholders based on their authority and their level of concern for the project outcome.
How do I handle 'blockers'?+
The strategy suggests engagement techniques to address their concerns or neutralize their negative impact.
Should this be shared with everyone?+
Usually, the detailed stakeholder analysis is for the PM's internal use to manage relationships strategically.

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