I can keep most of the project's people aligned and moving now. But when two executives openly disagree in a status call and both turn to look at me, my heart pounds. They have power I don't, and I'm supposed to somehow settle it. I nod calmly and feel twelve years old inside.
More people experience this than they realize.
You can manage most stakeholders, but powerful executives and open conflict still rattle you.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.