Tactical Empathy: The FBI Way to Communicate & Lead

Have you ever felt stuck in a difficult conversation, unsure how to negotiate a raise, or frustrated when trying to connect with someone?

This Saturday, the Corridor Men’s Personal Growth and Development Group is diving into the game-changing strategies of "Tactical Empathy"—based on the teachings of former lead FBI hostage negotiator Chris Voss (Never Split the Difference).
This isn't about manipulation or "winning" an argument. It’s about learning how to listen deeply, disarm defensiveness, and build genuine influence in your career, relationships, and daily life.

🔥 What We’ll Cover:

• The Power of "No": Why letting people say "No" makes them feel safe and actually moves the conversation forward.
• Mirroring & Labeling: The simplest ways to instantly build rapport and diffuse negative emotions.
• The Accusation Audit: A counter-intuitive trick to disarm conflict and bad news before it even starts.
• Calibrated Questions: How to push back without sounding aggressive (and get the other person to solve your problem for you).
• Finding the "Black Swan": Uncovering the hidden pieces of information that change the entire dynamic of a negotiation.

Whether you are navigating a high-stakes business deal, managing a team, or just trying to improve communication in your personal relationships, these tools are highly actionable and immediately applicable.
Come connect with a network of local men dedicated to leveling up their mindset, skills, and leadership.
📅 When: Saturday at 3:30 PM
📍 Where: Cedar Rapids Downtown Library (2nd Floor Conference Room)