Chapter Meeting: Project Manager Negotiation Tactic (Part 1) - Session 3/4

Power Skills
Ways of Working
Business Acumen
Turn pressure into progress. Instructor Rick Czaplewski covers practical, field-tested tactics you can use immediately—managing change requests, controlling scope creep, unlocking off-project funding, and navigating the Bargaining Cycle from first offer to final agreement.

💡 What You’ll Learn

  • Tactical moves to handle change requests without derailing the project
  • How to spot, prevent, and push back on scope creep
  • Ways to negotiate additional resources/financing when budgets are tight
  • A step-by-step approach to the Bargaining Cycle (prep → offers → counters → agreement)

 

🚀 Key Outcomes

  1. Effective Change Management – Keep projects stable while addressing stakeholder needs.
  2. Scope Control – Set realistic expectations and hold the line on requirements.
  3. Resource Leverage – Identify and negotiate for alternative funding and support.
  4. Bargaining Mastery – Move confidently through offers, counteroffers, and closure.

 


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👤 About the Instructor

Rick Czaplewski
Founder & President, No One Walks Alone

Rick has trained hundreds of executives and project professionals across North America and Asia in mastering the art of negotiation. His experience includes leadership roles at KPMG, Hewlett Packard, Siemens, and Xylem, where his teams have saved over $50 million through negotiation excellence.

A two-time cancer survivor, Rick brings authenticity and inspiration to every session. He is the author of the acclaimed book Better Dirty Than Done and a sought-after speaker known for blending practical tools with heart-driven leadership lessons. LinkedIn Profile


📘 About the Session & Series

This is a live, stand-alone PMI Triad NC Chapter Meeting and session (3 of 4) in our negotiation series for project professionals. Each session stands alone with actionable takeaways.
🏅 Complete all four to earn a Certificate of Completion in Project Management Negotiation (awarded by the training provider). 

📺 Previous sessions are available on-demand.

🔎 Bonus: Five Big Lessons Reinforced

  • Conflict can create value when handled well
  • Resilience is built through practice and mindset
  • Continuous learning keeps you relevant
  • Communication (listening + clarity) resolves most friction
  • Adaptability is the ultimate future-proof skill

Strengthen your negotiation toolkit—fast.

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Agenda:

  • 5:30 - 6:30: Social Networking / Check-in 
  • 6:30 - 8:30: Chapter Announcements, Speaker Presentation, Q&A, & Close
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Information

Type of category: Hybrid Meeting

Type of activity: Power Skills, Ways of Working, Business Acumen

Date: November 11th, 2025

Hour: 6:30PM to 8:30PM

Registration close date: November 9th, 2025 at 11:59PM

# of PDUs: 2

Price

Students: $5.00

Members: $10.00

Non members and Guests: $20.00

Location

Thrive Coworking

111 Bain St
Greensboro, NC, 27406

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