We teach why, not just what
Understanding the logic behind a method means you can adapt it when the situation changes.
Negotiation · Strategy · Litigation
Start at the end.
Then build the path.
Helping professionals and organisations create options, shape outcomes and negotiate from a position of strategic advantage.
Our central proposition
Strategy is our advantage.
Most negotiation training begins with tactics. We begin with the outcome—and work backwards to create the conditions that make it possible.
Strategy creates options
A strong strategy gives you choices—and makes your preferred outcome more likely.
Experience that delivers
International negotiation principles, real litigation experience and military strategic thought.
Practical, not theoretical
Small groups, applied exercises and tools you can use from the very next conversation.
Programmes
Built for application.
Premium, small-group development for professionals who want more than a list of techniques.
Negotiation Basics
A focused introduction to principled negotiation, preparation and value creation.
Negotiation Mastery
Advanced tools for complex conversations, leverage, influence and durable outcomes.
Complete Negotiation Programme
The full Breakthrough negotiation pathway: foundations through to confident application.
Litigation Strategy Programme™
Military strategic thinking translated into a practical framework for litigation.
Professional Development Programme™
An integrated programme in negotiation, litigation strategy and professional judgement.
Delegate ratioUp to 1:8
Space for discussion, challenge and individual application.
Consultancy
When the stakes are high, prepare differently.
Independent strategic support for negotiations, disputes and decisions that matter.
- Strategic negotiation preparation
- Dispute and litigation strategy
- Facilitated strategy sessions
- Bespoke organisational training
Michael Hughes
Law. Negotiation.
Strategy.
A distinctive combination of award-winning legal practice, international negotiation study and military strategic thinking.
Meet Michael01
Law
Award-winning Scottish solicitor with extensive civil litigation experience.
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Negotiation
Harvard Business School negotiation study and practical application.
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Strategy
Royal Navy Reserve officer applying strategic thought to professional problems.
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