In our kick off episode, get to know your host, Matthew Karakoulakis, a bit better. He’s not just your everyday lawyer, he’s been in the hustle and bustle, crafting contracts to pinpoint crucial terms, excelling in business negotiations, and resolving commercial disputes, all while keeping an eye on those ticking legal clocks that can flip a deal on its head. Matthew’s journey through the legal world hasn’t just shaped his career, it’s packed his bag with valuable life lessons and unique insights that go way beyond the courtroom.  In this first roll, Matthew shares his own tales from the legal and business worlds, revealing how he learned to negotiate like a pro and how these experiences will shape our journey through the podcast. And yep, we’re mixing in some Jiujitsu wisdom  taking flexible, strategic martial arts principles and applying them to the business negotiating table.

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