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Managing and influencing stakeholders

Level

Intermediate, Advanced

Sessions

1

Duration

7 hours

Class size

14

Available for teams?

Yes

Overview

This course will teach you to navigate the complexities and politics of working with others to, improve communication and increase collaboration to support each stage of the creative process

A creative working relationship toolkit is a transformative opportunity for anyone seeking to unlock their full potential. By exploring innovative approaches to communication, creativity, and problem-solving, you will gain valuable insights into the building blocks of successful collaborations that drive excellence in any creative endeavour.

Course Leaders

Emma Sexton sat on pink metal chair

Founder

Hands Down Agency Limited

D&AD Course Leader

Who it's for

  • Mid-to-senior leaders who have a level of responsibility and face pressures within their working relationships
  • In-house creatives when it comes to influencing and persuading internal stakeholders
  • Clients who want to have better working relationships with their agencies
  • Agencies in relation to improving working relationships with their clients
  • Creatives who interact daily with a range of teams and stakeholders

By the end of this workshop, you will

  • Identify the importance of different roles and personalities within working relationships
  • Codify the characteristics of a great working relationship
  • Examine intrinsic motivation as the foundation for collaboration with others
  • Assign roles and responsibilities within the creative process, and hold people accountable
  • Apply the principles of influencing and persuading to get better results
  • Utilise coaching methodology to help navigate difficult conversations and conflict

Need to train your team?

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Upcoming dates

25 March 2026

9:30–17:30 GMT

In-person

Shoreditch, London

1

25 March 2026

9:30–17:30 GMT

In-person

Shoreditch, London

1