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image (30)FROM THE BEST SELLING AUTHOR OF THE BOOK
NEVER SPLIT THE DIFFERENCE

TURN YOUR TEAM INTO AN UNSTOPPABLE NEGOTIATION FORCE

Discover how training from Black Swan Group's former leading hostage negotiators can elevate your team’s
negotiation game, close more deals, and drive massive revenue

Due to High Demand, Access by Invitation Only – Apply Now to Be Considered

BREAK THROUGH HIDDEN PITFALLS THAT STALL YOUR TEAM’S NEGOTIATION SUCCESS”

Here’s why most teams struggle to secure high-value deals—and how Black Swan Group’s approach turns
those struggles into strengths.

The Broken Old Methodology

VectorBeing "Yes" Addicted That Leads to Losing Deals

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VectorBad Deals and Difficult Counterparts

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The Black Swan Methodology

Vector (1)Our Method Focuses on Tactical Empathy®, Extinguishing Objections and Leverages "No" to Close More Deals

Vector (1)We Teach Powerful Skills like Labels and Mirrors that Build Trust More Effectively and Efficiently

Vector (1)We’ll show your team how to qualify high-value opportunities from the outset.

Vector (1)Equip your team to read between the lines with precision, empowering them to spot unspoken insights (Black Swans)

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HOSTAGE NEGOTIATORS HAVE A 94%
SUCCESS RATE, WHAT'S STOPPING YOU FROM DOING THE SAME?

At the Black Swan Group, we’ve developed a unique, psychologically driven approach rooted in real-world hostage
negotiation skills. We equip your team with a suite of techniques from ex-hostage negotiators,
designed to maximize results in every conversation.

OBJECTS

Decipher Hidden Motivations

Uncover what really matters to counterparts, enabling them to create deeper connections and gain real leverage.

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Navigate High-Stakes Deals with Confidence

Arm your team with the skills to handle even the toughest negotiations without making unnecessary concessions.

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Secure Game-Changing Deals and Build Lasting Partnerships

Equip your team with strategies to win deals that not only close but drive lasting value for your company.

REAL-WORLD TESTED SKILLS THAT DELIVER MEASURABLE RESULTS

When it comes to negotiation, theoretical training just doesn’t cut it. At Black Swan Group, our techniques have been honed through decades of high-stakes negotiations—methods that have reshaped outcomes in industries from tech to finance, healthcare, and beyond.

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TRUSTED BY THE WORLD’S TOP ORGANIZATIONS TO DELIVER MEASURABLE RESULTS

Industry leaders and government agencies alike rely on Black Swan Group’s FBI-tested strategies to secure better deals and boost
revenue. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, Ivy League institutions, and high-stakes government entities, all seeking to arm
their teams with the tactical edge in negotiation.

Case Study

Challenge

Solution

Result

Sales Team Success

A software company struggled with closing deals.

FBI-backed negotiation training.

5% more closures, 20% revenue increase.

Supplier Negotiations Overhaul

A manufacturing company faced stalled supplier deals.

FBI-backed negotiation training.

5% more closures, 20% revenue increase.

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The Black Swan Group’s training is grounded in techniques tested in the highest-stakes situations imaginable. Our methods have been honed
by Chris Voss, former FBI lead hostage negotiator and author of Never Split the Difference, who has successfully handled some of the most
challenging negotiations in modern history.

YOU MAY NOT BE NEGOTIATING A LIFE OR DEATH SITUATION ON A DAILY BASIS IN BUSINESS, STILL THE PRINCIPLES THAT WORK AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL ALSO APPLY IN THE EVERYDAY CORPORATE WORLD.

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Rachel M.

I learned a lot, and I thought I had already honed several of the skills, but there were so many new concepts that were brought forward.

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Josh B.

Over eight years, how could you possibly come to the same event and get anything out of it? But we're floored every time we go and it's something completely different.

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Marshall D.J.

It's the best investment. It's the first time I've ever spent money to go to a workshop like this in my life.

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Rachel M.

I learned a lot, and I thought I had already honed several of the skills, but there were so many new concepts that were brought forward.

“
Josh B.

Over eight years, how could you possibly come to the same event and get anything out of it? But we're floored every time we go and it's something completely different.

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Marshall D.J.

It's the best investment. It's the first time I've ever spent money to go to a workshop like this in my life.

TRANSFORM YOUR TEAM INTO UNSTOPPABLE NEGOTIATORS WITH FBI-LEVEL SKILLS—BUILT TO DRIVE  HIGH-STAKES RESULTS

Imagine a team that steps into every negotiation armed with the elite, field-tested techniques needed to maximize revenue, retain value, and outmaneuver the competition in every conversation. This isn’t standard training—this is Black Swan Group’s proven negotiation mastery, trusted by Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and top-tier institutions worldwide.

Here’s Exactly What You Get with Black Swan Group’s Elite
Corporate Training

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Fit and Needs Assessment

We start by uncovering your team’s unique negotiation challenges. Black Swan’s experts assess exactly where your team stands and what’s required to turn them into high-impact negotiators.

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Pre-Session Prep

Before training begins, our instructors engage directly with your team to zero in on strengths and barriers. This step primes your team to absorb FBI-level strategies straight from the Black Swan playbook.

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Custom Session Blueprint

We develop a targeted, no-nonsense roadmap tailored to your team’s goals. This Blueprint aligns Black Swan’s Tactical Empathy® techniques and negotiation skills with your organization’s needs for maximum ROI.

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Intensive Training Session

In this hands-on session, led by Black Swan’s top experts, your team goes deep into real-world scenarios—equipped to apply proven, high-stakes techniques for immediate results.

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Execute and Evolve

Post-training support and resources keep your team sharp. Black Swan experts remain accessible, ensuring Tactical Empathy® and advanced techniques become second nature in every negotiation.

IS YOUR TEAM ALREADY MAXIMIZING THE POTENTIAL OF EVERY DEAL THAT CROSSES THEIR DESK?

Take action now to secure your place. This isn’t open to everyone, and spots fill fast. If you’re serious about transforming your team’s negotiation game, click below to apply.

Due to High Demand, Access by Invitation Only – Apply Now to Be Considered

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH THE
CORPORATE TRAINING?

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Discovery Call (30 Minutes)

We start with a call to identify your team’s negotiation needs and confirm whether or not we’re the right partner for your goals.

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Proposal Collaboration Meeting (1 Hour)

Your team meets with ours to discuss high-stakes scenarios, align mindsets, and set the foundation for impactful training.

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Custom Session Design

Black Swan experts tailor the training to address your team’s unique challenges, ensuring a session built for real results.

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Live Virtual/In Person Training

Our instructors lead a focused, hands-on training session with industry specific role plays and exercises, equipping your team with FBI-level skills for your teams specific application

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After training, it's time for the attendees to go out into the world and implement the skills they learned. As the saying goes, practice makes perfect Attendees will be provided with ways to get low stakes practice to build their confidence in executing the skills.

Your team's long-term success is our mission. Success coaching post-training is one of the ways to reach that goal. These recorded 1-hour video calls provide a level of accountability and encouragement to keep your team on track. Attendees will share their successes and challenges in applying the skills. Our instructors will provide valuable insight to keep them on track.

Soft skills, like negotiation. are perishable. It's easy to fall back into old habits over
time. An annual refresher helps your team maintain the life-changing skills they've learned.

There's always more to learn. Additional training sessions empower your team and build on previously learned skills. This helps you take things to the next level.

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Imagine a team that knows how to read between the lines, unlock hidden motivations, and negotiate like the world’s top professionals. With our corporate training…. We will teach your team to reach their full potential in every negotiation without ever splitting the difference.

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