Webinar: Negotiating Techniques in the Building Sector

Thanks for your interest in our webinar - Negotiating Techniques in the Building Sector.

Date: Wednesday 23 August
Time: 12pm to 12.30pm

This online event is an opportunity to learn all about the foundational tools of negotiation as well as hear about the building programmes we have on offer here at Future Skills Academy.

We’ll cover:

  • Silence: Your Secret Weapon: The power of silence as a strategic tool and harnessing its influence to guide conversations and decisions.
  • Strategic Clarity: Understanding the dynamic and avoiding self-sabotage.
  • Guiding the Way: Keeping the focus by relinquishing control.


About Sam Hay

This webinar will be led by Future Skills Building Lecturer Sam Hay. Sam holds a certificate in Carpentry and a Certificate in Advanced Trade in Carpentry. He has worked for Wellington City Council as a technical specialist, Team Leader Compliance, and Claims Manager. He has served on working groups for the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and as the Regional Maintenance Manager for Housing New Zealand. For Sam, teaching is all about making material accessible to learners and empowering students to know when to ask for help and where to look.


About Kavi Sewdayal

Relationship Manager, Kavi Sewdayal, will be on hand during the webinar to answer any questions you might have about the enrolment process. Kavi has more than 15 years of experience in sales and marketing in the United Kingdom, South Africa, and New Zealand. He is passionate about helping students make informed decisions about their intended career paths and giving learners the best chance to succeed in their studies and their lives.


About your webinar host Rob McLeay

Rob is a seasoned education professional with nine years of experience in the tertiary sector. He has a deep understanding of the learner journey and is passionate about helping people to enrol in the right programmes for them and achieve their study goals. He currently works for Future Skills Academy and Capable NZ - Te Pukenga in marketing and recruitment.



About Future Skills Academy

Future Skills Academy is a leading Category 1 private education provider. We pride ourselves on an excellent range of programmes that enhance the employability of our graduates. We achieve this by focusing on the highest academic standards and building close relationships with the industry. Learners thrive in our small classes with individualised support from dedicated and experienced lecturers.