E23 - Persuasion Tactics: Winning Stakeholders in Monitoring & Evaluation Data Challenges

Unlock the secrets to resolving conflicts over Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) data with expert persuasion tactics in the latest episode of the monitoring and evaluation boost podcast with Godfrey Senkaba! Learn the essential persuasion tactics to navigate conflicts over M&E data with stakeholders. 

From active listening to evidence-based reasoning and collaborative problem-solving, discover strategies to achieve consensus and drive better outcomes in your M&E activities. Tune in now to boost your skills and make a meaningful impact in monitoring and evaluation! #MandEPersuasion #DataDisputes #ImpactfulMandE

Below is the discussion outline:

[00:01] Introduction

[01:15] Why resolve M&E data disputes with stakeholders

[02:28] Personal story on solving M&E data conflicts with stakeholders

[07:56] Tactic #1: Understand the M&E stakeholder perspective

[11:12] Tactic #2 Actively listen to M&E stakeholders 

[15:17] Tactic #3 Use evidence to defend your positions on M&E data 

[17:49] Tactic #4 Appeal to emotions of M&E stakeholders on M&E data

[21:02] Tactic #5 Collaborate in solving the M&E data issues with stakeholders

[23:36] Tactic #6 Identify common ground stakeholders on M&E data issues  

[27:40] Tactic #7 Establish credibility and trust with M&E stakeholders

[32:16] Conclusion

[34:01] Thank you, everyone. Thank you everyone for listening!

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