Rolling Through Negotiations: First Nations Leadership, BJJ & Business Strategy
🎙 Welcome to Rolling Through Negotiations, the podcast where strategy and resilience meet negotiation mastery.
Hosted by Matthew Karakoulakis, one of Australia’s top lawyers, this podcast blends the principles of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), First Nations wisdom, and business strategy to help you negotiate like a pro.
Featuring insights from:
✅ First Nations leaders sharing traditional knowledge that strengthens negotiation techniques
✅ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu athletes revealing how discipline, adaptability, and mindset shape decision-making
✅ Top business leaders and legal professionals breaking down high stakes negotiation strategies
We explore how mental resilience, business growth, leadership, and personal development are all connected. Whether you're in the boardroom, on the mats, or negotiating in everyday life, Rolling Through Negotiations brings you powerful strategies, transformative stories, and practical tools to sharpen your negotiation skills.
Rolling Through Negotiations: First Nations Leadership, BJJ & Business Strategy
Mediation Principles: The Power of a Clear Agenda
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🥋 How Does a Clear Agenda Transform Negotiations?
In this episode of Rolling Through Negotiations, Matthew discuss the
often overlooked yet game changing role of setting a clear agenda in mediations and negotiations. Whether you’re discussing family plans or tackling high stakes boardroom deals, learn how agendas pave the way for trust, clarity, and efficiency.
Key Takeaways:
- Structure and Focus: Agendas keep conversations on track, ensuring key issues are addressed and distractions are minimised.
- The First Agreement: By agreeing on the agenda, parties build trust and reduce misunderstandings right from the start.
- Better Outcomes: Clear agendas foster collaboration and lead to more efficient decision-making and win-win solutions.
Stay tuned for next week’s episode, Bargaining and Exploring Outcomes, where Matthew unpacks the art of navigating options to reach agreements.
New episodes drop every Thursday!
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
If you are triggered by any content discussed in this episode and need support, please reach out to the following resources:
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We acknowledge the Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures, and to Elders past, present and future.