Speakers:
Business Analysis with Presence
Date:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Time:
1:20 pm
Track:
Summary:
Business analysis is all about working with people. We are constantly interacting and communicating with stakeholders from many different parts of the business, with many different types of concerns and needs. Effective stakeholder engagement is vital to enable us to do business analysis well and help ensure the most valuable solutions are implemented.
Building positive relationships is critical for successful stakeholder engagement. Being open and honest is key, as is being focused and listening. Presence is essential so that people feel heard, and their requirements are understood. While being present sounds straightforward, our minds easily wander, and distractions arise that hijack our attention.
This session will discuss the importance of performing business analysis with presence. We will explore techniques that enhance listening and concentration to remain present. By being more present, we will create better rapport and connection with our stakeholders.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Understand the importance of effective stakeholder engagement.
- Appreciate the importance of remaining present with stakeholders.
- Understand why staying present can be so challenging.
Speakers:
First Contact as a Consultant
Date:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Time:
1:40 pm
Track:
Summary:
As a business analyst consultant moving from organization to organization or project to project, it is essential to be flexible, engage stakeholders, and demonstrate how you bring value. The key to success is onboarding quickly and building trust with stakeholders. This short presentation will give you practice tips on how to join a new project and confidently become a trusted member of the team while driving value for the organization.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Demonstrating Value Fast
- Embracing Change
- Essential Skills