Step-by-step deal-making playbook

The last negotiations course you need

Master the art of negotiation with proven strategies, psychological tactics, and real-world frameworks. Learn to close deals, maximize value, and navigate high-stakes conversations with confidence.
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John Cousins, a best-selling author, entrepreneur, speaker, investor, and professor who has taken two companies public shares all the theory, strategies and thinking patterns he picked up along the way.

Your instructor has verified degrees from MIT, Wharton and Boston University.

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Mastering Negotiation & Critical Thinking

Duration: 8 hours of immersive coursework

Course Overview

  • Develop a deep understanding of emotional intelligence in negotiations
  • Learn how to navigate complex negotiations with confidence
  • Strengthen your critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Master salary and business negotiations with proven techniques

Modules and Sessions

Module 1: The Psychology of Negotiation

  • Understanding Emotional Intelligence in High-Stakes Talks
  • Managing Conflict and Resistance in Negotiations
  • Negotiating Problems, Issues, and Challenges

Module 2: Advanced Negotiation Strategies

  • Negotiation in the Face of Complexity
  • AI-Powered Negotiation: Hands-On Practice
  • Four Stages of Successful Negotiation
  • When and How to Say No
  • Say No AI Practice

Module 3: Critical Thinking for Better Outcomes

  • Developing Structured Thinking and Decision-Making
  • Applying Logic to Tough Business Decisions
  • Critical Thinking Skills AI Practice

Module 4: Persuasive Business Communication

  • How to Write Effective Emails
  • Effective Email AI Practice
  • The Power of Language in Negotiations

Module 5: Salary, Finance, and Market Valuation in Negotiation

  • Negotiation Techniques for Financial Leaders
  • Market Size for Valuation in Negotiation
  • Salary Negotiation: Strategies for Maximum Success
  • Salary Negotiation Practice

Module 6: Learning from Experts

  • What You Can Learn from an FBI Negotiator
  • Consulting Skills for Better Deals
  • Negotiation Checklist: The Ultimate Guide
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