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The Art & Science of Tactical Empathy® 2026
A live, online foundational negotiation series designed to introduce and strengthen your understanding of The Black Swan Method™ through interactive instruction, practical exercises, and guided discussion.
Format
Live-Online
Session
5 x 2 Hours
Schedule
9AM PT / 12PM ET
Start Date
November 3, 2026
About the Series
What the series is, and who it's for.
Overview
The Art and Science of Tactical Empathy® 2026 is designed as a practical introduction to The Black Swan Method™ and the communication principles that support high-stakes negotiation success.
What You'll Explore
Throughout the series, participants will explore concepts including Tactical Empathy®, The Core 4, Tone and Delivery, Accusations Audits®, Underlying Assumptions, and the Laws of Negotiation Gravity. Sessions are intentionally designed to combine foundational instruction with practical application through guided exercises, discussion, and Q&A.
Who It's For
Rather than focusing on advanced coaching or individualized negotiation strategy, this series is built to help participants strengthen foundational understanding and begin applying the concepts in everyday conversations and professional interactions.
Schedule
Five Sessions. One Arc.
Session 1
November 3, 2026
Tuesday
Session 2
November 10, 2026
Tuesday
Session 3
November 17, 2026
Tuesday
Session 4
November 24, 2026
Tuesday
Session 5
December 1, 2026
Tuesday
Each session is 2 hours, held at 9AM PT / 12PM ET.
Why This Series
Built for the Real World,
Not just Theory.
Interactive Learning
Engage with instructors and peers through guided discussion.
Practical Application
Learn frameworks and tools you can immediately apply to your professional and personal conversations.
Group Exercises
Practical real-world scenarios and communication techniques in a supportive environment.
Interactive Q&A
Ask questions and get clarification directly from expert instructors within the series.
Topics We're Covering
Five live sessions. Explore topics that build your negotiation foundation.
Session flow may adjust based on group engagement, discussion, and participant needs to support a more interactive learning experience.
01
Tactical Empathy® Fundamentals
02
Tone & Delivery
03
The Core 4
04
Underlying Assumptions & Negotiation Gravity
05
Accusations Audits®
Frequently Asked Questions
Know more about the Series
How is the course administered?
Sessions are conducted live online using Zoom. You'll receive the link to access the course a week before the course starts.
What happens if I miss the session?
Sessions are recorded and sent shortly after the course is over. Refunds will not be issued for missed sessions. Please plan accordingly and make sure you have the sessions on your calendar.
How long do I have to access the recordings?
All recordings are viewable for 21-days after each session. They are not downloadable. Recordings are sent within 24 hours after the session ends.
Do you have additional questions?
Send us an email at info@blackswanltd.com
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the course administered?
Sessions are conducted live online using Zoom. You'll receive the link to access the course a week before the course starts.
What happens if I miss the session?
Sessions are recorded and sent shortly after the course is over. Refunds will not be issued for missed sessions. Please plan accordingly and make sure you have the sessions on your calendar.
How long do I have to access the recording?
All recordings are viewable for 21-days after each session. They are not downloadable. Recordings are sent within 24 hours after the session ends.