Influence Template

Communicate with clarity and Build Influence

This is the exact template I wish I had when I was constantly second-guessing how to speak up, push back, or get buy-in.
After years working as a Product Manager at Meta, I realized that influence doesn’t come from being the loudest voice—it comes from knowing what to say, how to say it, and when to say it.

Whether you're prepping for a high-stakes conversation, trying to win alignment—this template will help.

What’s inside:
✅ A framework to map stakeholders and understand their motivations
✅ Questions to gather intel and build trust early
✅ Strategies to handle detractors and activate champions
✅ Tips for executive communication and framing your message
✅ Tools to make people feel heard and build alignment
✅ A mindset guide to influence with empathy, not ego

Use this template to structure your thinking and communicate in a way that earns trust and drives alignment.