Mastering Negotiation with Tactical Empathy - Chicago
$4599
About the Class
Empathy is necessary for influence.
Join the Black Swan instruction team for a 2-day in-depth seminar. During this event, you'll learn advanced tactical empathy skills to increase your effectiveness in team negotiations, dealing with distrustful counterparts, using negotiator types to your benefit, and navigating the emotions that are always present within the negotiation. With our multiple-instructor approach, you'll learn from many perspectives and engage in case studies. This event is limited to 70 attendees.Price
$4599
Date
June 8 & 9, 2023
Time
8 AM to 5 PM
Location
311 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60606
The Agenda
Day 1
Session 2
Day 2
Session 2
About the Instructors

Chris Voss
CEO & Founder, Author
Chris has 24 years of FBI experience and was the former FBI Lead International Kidnapping Negotiator. Chris is the author of negotiation best-seller, "Never Split The Difference."

Derek Gaunt
Instructor, Expert Coach & Author
With 29 years of experience, Derek has commanded and trained police department hostage negotiation teams. An expert trainer and coach, Derek has trained across the US and around the world.

Troy Smith
Instructor, Expert Coach & Author
Troy Smith is a Negotiation Instructor and Coach at The Black Swan Group who joined the team in July 2020. Troy is a retired San Antonio Police Department officer who spent 23 years with the department, including 22 years in specialized units—such as the SWAT/Crisis Negotiators team and the U.S.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the prerequisites to take this course?
While we would love for everyone to attend. This course contains advanced materials and methodologies. We strongly recommend attending a Black Swan 1-day Live Event before a 2-day event.
How many people will attend this event?
The event is open to 60 attendees only. You can expect to interact with each of our speakers, ask your negotiation questions, and network with other like-minded individuals who are hungry to make good deals.
Are meals included with my ticket?
Yes, meals for the day are included. Breakfast will be served during check-in and will stop serving at 9:00 am when we kick off the day.
We will break 1 hour for lunch, which is also provided. In between the morning and afternoon sessions, there will be beverages and snacks available as well.
If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know as soon as possible.
We want to be able to accommodate you, but the day of dietary accommodations are not always available depending on our venue.
What is the refund policy?
Things come up and we understand. That's why if you cancel up to 2 weeks in advance we will fully refund your ticket cost.
If you cancel within 2 weeks of the event, a 15% cancellation fee will be deducted from the cost of your ticket.
What should I bring to the event?
Bring your preferred note-taking devices (paper & pen).
What discounts are available?
We don't offer any ticket discounts.
Don’t see what you’re looking for?
Send us a message to info@blackswanltd.com and we'll gladly answer any other questions you may have about our events.