To persuade your business partner to adopt a new model, start by presenting data and case studies showing the model's success. Highlight mutual benefits, focusing on how it will positively impact both roles and the company’s future growth. Emphasize the scalability and sustainability of the new model, showcasing potential for long-term success. Offer a phased approach to reduce risk, allowing for adjustments as needed. Address concerns with clear risk management strategies and financial projections, ensuring a well-thought-out transition plan.

Assess the current business model - what's not working well at the current moment and what might be the challenges in the future; and reflect on the need for a change. Seek to understand the position of you business partners and what each of them may be looking for. It's a long term partnerships that we are seeking, and it's important to respect and understand each other. Assess the pros and risks of the new business model, and plan out a draft roadmap together with your partners. If there are existing case studies, it would provide useful information but be cautious as not all businesses will function in the same way. Work with the partner to establish the long term and immediate plans, and phase the shift.

Focus on the benefits: Show how the new model aligns with shared goals, solves existing challenges, and creates growth opportunities. Use data and examples to back your points and invite their input to make it a collaborative decision.

Persuading a partner to adopt a new business model requires a strategic, collaborative approach. Beyond presenting data, it's crucial to tailor it to their specific concerns (risk, priorities) and clearly articulate their direct benefits (reduced pain points, new opportunities). A phased implementation with defined milestones and metrics enables incremental progress and builds trust. Effective strategies include co-creation (partner involvement), pilot programs (low-risk testing), external validation (expert opinions), and active listening to address concerns. The core objective is to demonstrate the new model's value to the entire partnership, fostering consensus and shared success.