Chapter Meeting: Project Manager Negotiation Tactic (Part 2) - Session 4/4

Power Skills
Ways of Working
Business Acumen

Close confidently. Lead the room.
In the capstone session of the Negotiation for Project Managers series, Rick Czaplewski tackles common pitfalls and the practical techniques that turn tense discussions into durable agreements. Youโ€™ll learn how to manage emotions under pressure, counter manipulation tactics, break through deadlocks, and close with clarity while protecting relationships.

๐Ÿ’ก What Youโ€™ll Learn

  • Manage emotional triggers to stay composed and keep negotiations productive
  • Spot and counter common tricks to maintain control of the discussion
  • Break deadlocks with reframing and creative optioning
  • Ensure successful closure: confirm mutual understanding, memorialize agreements, and set the path for follow-through

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๐Ÿš€ Key Outcomes

  1. Navigate high-stakes conversations with confidence and calm
  2. Prevent stalls and move parties toward mutually beneficial agreements
  3. Protect rapport while achieving clear, actionable outcomes
  4. Leave with a repeatable closure checklist you can use immediately

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๐Ÿ‘ค 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.ย LinkedIn Profile


๐Ÿ“˜ About the Session & Series

This is a live, stand-alone PMI Triad NC Chapter Meeting and the final session (4 of 4) in our negotiation series for project professionals.
Each session stands alone with actionable takeaways.

๐Ÿ… Participants who complete all four sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion in Project Management Negotiation (awarded by the training provider). ๐Ÿ“บ Previous sessions are available on-demand.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Agenda

  • 5:30 โ€“ 6:30 Social Networking / Check-in
  • 6:30 โ€“ 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: February 10th, 2026

Hour: 6:30PM to 8:30PM

Registration close date: February 8th, 2026 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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