Refining negotiation strategies for finance professionals across Australia

Navigate Business Deals With Confidence

Most professionals walk into negotiations unprepared. They rely on instinct instead of technique. That's where things fall apart — not because they lack intelligence, but because negotiation is a skill nobody taught them properly.

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What You'll Actually Learn

Reading the Room

People say more with silence than words. We teach you to spot hesitation, recognize genuine interest, and understand when someone's holding back. These subtle cues change everything.

Strategic Anchoring

First numbers matter more than you think. Setting the right anchor shapes the entire conversation. But throw out the wrong figure and you've already lost ground before the real discussion starts.

Handling Deadlocks

Negotiations stall. Always. The question is whether you panic or pivot. We show you how to break through impasses without damaging relationships or compromising your position.

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Real Situations, Not Theory

We built this around actual business scenarios. Not hypothetical textbook examples — real deals that happened in boardrooms, over coffee meetings, and during tense procurement discussions.

  • Supplier negotiations where margins are razor-thin
  • Partnership agreements with multiple stakeholders
  • Contract renewals when you have limited leverage
  • Cross-cultural deals where communication styles differ

Each scenario comes with context, alternatives, and consequences. You'll see what works, what backfires, and why certain approaches succeed where others fail spectacularly.

How This Actually Works

Foundation Phase

We start with negotiation psychology. Understanding why people make decisions helps you predict behavior and adjust your approach accordingly.

Duration varies depending on your schedule. Most people move through this in 3-4 weeks.

Practical Application

You'll work through structured case studies based on different industries. Manufacturing, professional services, retail — each sector has unique dynamics.

This phase includes peer discussion groups where you challenge each other's strategies.

Advanced Techniques

Multi-party negotiations, crisis scenarios, and long-term relationship management. This is where things get complicated and interesting.

We introduce ambiguity deliberately because real negotiations never follow neat formulas.

Personal Strategy Development

Everyone negotiates differently based on personality, industry context, and relationship dynamics. You'll develop your own approach that feels authentic.

Programs typically launch in October 2025 and run through early 2026.

Different Starting Points, Different Paths

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Corporate Procurement

Rhiannon came from a large manufacturing company where she handled supplier relationships. She needed better frameworks for managing multiple vendors simultaneously.

After completing the program, she restructured her entire negotiation approach and saved her company roughly 15% on major contracts through better preparation.

Manufacturing Sector
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Small Business Growth

Callum ran a regional consulting firm and struggled with pricing conversations. He either undervalued his services or scared clients away with aggressive proposals.

The program helped him find middle ground. He learned to frame value differently and stopped leaving money on the table without sounding desperate.

Professional Services

Multiple Ways to Learn

People absorb information differently. Some need visual breakdowns, others learn by doing. We provide options so you can choose what suits your learning style and schedule.

Case Analysis

Written scenarios with multiple decision points where you map out strategies before seeing outcomes.

Live Sessions

Scheduled group discussions where you debate approaches with other professionals facing similar challenges.

Recorded Breakdowns

Detailed analysis of real negotiations showing what happened, why it happened, and what alternatives existed.

Personal Review

Submit your own negotiation scenarios for feedback on approach, timing, and communication strategy.

Learn From Someone Who's Been There

Negotiation expert and program facilitator

Declan Rafferty

Lead Facilitator, Business Negotiations

Spent 18 years negotiating contracts across mining, construction, and technology sectors. Worked both sides — as buyer and supplier — which gives him perspective most consultants lack.

He's seen negotiations collapse over minor details and watched deals come together despite major obstacles. His approach focuses on practical techniques over academic theory.

Before daneliqor, Declan ran procurement for a mid-sized engineering firm and later consulted independently. He knows what works in real business environments.

Contract Negotiation Supplier Relations Multi-Party Deals Crisis Management

Ready to Improve Your Approach?

Next cohort starts October 2025. Limited spaces available to maintain quality discussions and personalized feedback.