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In the ever-evolving world of partnerships and business development, understanding how to manage internal stakeholders is just as crucial as engaging with external partners. In this insightful conversation, Bryan Smoltz, Vice President of Cloud and Technology Partnerships at Sysdig, shares his experiences and lessons learned over his 25-year career in managing both internal and external relationships.

Whether you’re navigating complex organizational structures or trying to get buy-in for a new idea, Bryan’s candid advice and strategies can help you sharpen your approach. I believe this video is a must-watch for anyone looking to strengthen their internal relationships and drive business outcomes.

Key Takeaways

Understand Internal Motivations: Like external partners, internal stakeholders have their own motivations and priorities. Tailor your approach to align with their goals to gain their buy-in.

Learn from Failure: Not every idea will be successful. Owning the outcomes of failed initiatives and learning from them is essential for future success.

Build Relationships, Not Just Requests: Develop genuine, two-way relationships with internal teams. Be seen as a partner who adds value, not just a person asking for things.

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