Building Partnerships
Building Partnerships is a strategic workshop method that uses the Partnership Canvas to explore and visualize potential or existing partnerships. This tool helps teams define business priorities, empathize with partners, and assess the potential value of partnerships.
How to run it
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Define the intent of the partnership by listing goals and identifying ideal partners.
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Form two teams, each representing one side of the potential partnership.
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Design the partnership by having each team outline desired assets from the other party's business model using sticky notes on a Partnership Canvas.
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Bring teams together to present their canvases, compare perspectives, and ensure mutual understanding.
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Evaluate negotiation outcomes and define next steps to establish the partnership.
Tips
Encourage open communication and honesty during negotiations to ensure a genuine assessment of partnership potential.
Use the Business Model Canvas alongside the Partnership Canvas for a more comprehensive strategy session.
Variations
This method can be adapted for initial partnership discussions or deeper strategic alignment sessions with existing partners. Consider using it alongside the Business Model Canvas for more robust analysis.
Where it fits
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