About this Event
Description
Most people I speak with don’t actually enjoy negotiating. We tend to avoid it, walk away too quickly, or even leave value on the table without realising it. Yet in everyday life, we communicate constantly - and in many of those conversations, we’re already negotiating and influencing, whether it’s with colleagues, managers, clients, or even friends.
So what if our negotiations became just a little more intentional?
In this workshop, we explore how to feel more comfortable with negotiating by starting with the common misconceptions that make people hesitant in the first place. From there, we look at how to prepare for conversations with more clarity, how to navigate interests rather than positions, and how to reach agreements that create value for both sides.
Negotiation isn’t an innate talent — it’s a learnable skill. And once you understand the principles and practice them in a safe environment, it can transform your career, your opportunities, and your everyday interactions.
About the Speaker
Alina van Duijn is an executive leadership/career coach and Founder of Verso Institute, where she supports professionals in mastering negotiations and making effective, values-aligned decisions. Her work blends strategic clarity with human-centred guidance, helping clients navigate complex situations with confidence and purpose.
With a background in HR, recruitment, and over a decade of coaching MBA and EMBA participants at the Rotterdam School of Management, she brings deep insight into leadership development. Her eight years as Director of the Executive MBA Programme at RSM further shaped her understanding of the pressures leaders face in global, high-stakes environments.
A certified Professional Co-Active Coach, Career Counsellor, and Organisation and Relationship Systems Coach, Alina’s approach combines empathy with a bold, results-driven edge. She partners with international clients to strengthen leadership presence, navigate complexity, and create meaningful, sustainable growth.
Event venue & nearby stays
CIC Rotterdam, Stationsplein 45, Rotterdam, Netherlands
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