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Influence Map

Visualize how decisions get made and where power concentrates, revealing the informal dynamics that shape whether change succeeds or fails.

O-M-OPS-IFM

Influence Map

Visualize how decisions get made and where power concentrates, revealing the informal dynamics that shape whether change succeeds or fails.

O-M-OPS-IFM

Influence Map

Visualize how decisions get made and where power concentrates, revealing the informal dynamics that shape whether change succeeds or fails.

O-M-OPS-IFM

Introduction

Org charts don't tell the whole story. This map reveals the informal influence networks that determine whether change succeeds or fails, helping you navigate organizational politics.

Phase

Map

Lens

Operations

Purpose

Understand decision and influence dynamics

Output

Influence Map

Who's Involved

Change leads, senior stakeholders, transformation sponsors

Duration

2-3 hours

Steps

  1. Identify key decision makers for transformation

  2. Map formal authority and reporting lines

  3. Identify informal influence and relationships

  4. Document information flows and gatekeepers

  5. Identify champions, skeptics, and blockers

  6. Plan influence strategies for key individuals

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Looking to contribute?

Orbit evolves through practice. Whether you're applying the method, testing ideas, or finding gaps, your experience helps refine it. Share what you're learning and help shape the next update.

Looking to contribute?

Orbit evolves through practice. Whether you're applying the method, testing ideas, or finding gaps, your experience helps refine it. Share what you're learning and help shape the next update.

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By Cognitive Superiority

©2026 Orbit Method™

By Cognitive Superiority

©2026 Orbit Method™

By Cognitive Superiority