What is a Project Stakeholder?
A project manager is not an island, and he does not operate alone when managing a project. Project management is a collaborative endeavor. There are many people involved in the inner workings of a project.
Engaging Project Stakeholders in the Planning Process
Stakeholder engagement represents the project manager's effort to manage and execute the project while involving stakeholders and understanding their concerns. Some stakeholders are critical to a project's success. A project manager must have these specific stakeholders engaged for the project to succeed. There will be different reasons and motivations to involve various stakeholders.