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Episode 156: Mastering Negotiation With Sky Kolade

In the most important moments we don't actually rise to the occasion, we fall to our lowest point of preparation

Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Sky Kolade, Co-founder of APB. In this episode, Sky dives deep into the art of negotiation, specifically tailored for building company owners. She explains how negotiation plays a crucial role in maintaining control, building relationships, and securing better outcomes for your business.

Inside episode 156 you will discover

  • Why negotiation is essential for every builder
  • How to navigate the power dynamics in business discussions
  • The tactics you can use to disarm clients and stakeholders
  • How to confidently handle negotiations, even in difficult situations
  • The importance of mindset in becoming a better negotiator
  • And much, much more.

key moments

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  • 2:11 Why negotiation is critical for builders
  • 3:44 How to shift the power dynamic in your favour
  • 6:16 The key to win-win negotiations
  • 20:17 How to disarm clients and handle objections
  • 28:52 The power of silence in negotiations
  • 34:53 How labelling emotions helps you negotiate better

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key moments

  • 2:11 Why negotiation is critical for builders
  • 3:44 How to shift the power dynamic in your favour
  • 6:16 The key to win-win negotiations
  • 20:17 How to disarm clients and handle objections
  • 28:52 The power of silence in negotiations
  • 34:53 How labelling emotions helps you negotiate better

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Apparatus Contractor Services

This episode is proudly sponsored by Apparatus Contractor Services

Sky Kolade is a Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, a business coaching company dedicated to improving the residential construction industry for both builders and consumers. Sky is a proud member of The National Association of Women in Construction and she was also recognised as one of 2023’s Top 100 Women.

“A specialised podcast made just for the owners of custom home building companies. Extraordinary guests, valuable content and  amazing stories from other builders.”

Cheri K

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