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Now Enrolling · Cohort Starts September 15, 2026
Become the Woman Who Can Negotiate, Lead & Advocate With Confidence
Whether you're stepping into your first leadership role or already leading, the Women's Negotiation Academy gives you the tools, community, and confidence to advocate for yourself — and lead with influence and authenticity.
Watch: How women stop leaving money — and leadership — on the table
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$497 – $997 · 5 live sessions starting Sep 15, 2026 · Includes the book
⏳ Enrollment closes Friday, September 4 — seats are limited to keep the cohort small.
Yvette's methodology has trained leaders at
NASAStanford GSBKaiser Permanente
SalesforceAmerican ExpressChevron
DeloitteUC Davis
Success stories
Women who found their voice at the table
Real leaders, real outcomes — from coaching, workshops, and speaking rooms.
Negotiated the promotion & raise
"I walked away knowing exactly how to advocate for myself in high-stakes moments — without losing who I am."
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Stepped into executive presence
"Yvette's coaching helped me negotiate my next role with clarity and confidence. Practical, human, effective."
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Choose your next step
One page. Four paths. One mission.
Wherever you are in your leadership journey, there's a place for you here.
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Join the Women's Negotiation Academy
Develop your leadership voice, strengthen your confidence, and negotiate with greater influence.
Choose Your Track
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Free Negotiation Guide
Download practical negotiation strategies you can use immediately. (Email required.)
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Bring This Program to Your Organization
Leadership development for companies, nonprofits, universities, associations & government.
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Why this program?
Most women are not held back by their capability. They're held back by hesitation to advocate for themselves, uncertainty in high-stakes conversations, and the belief that their work alone will speak for itself.
Negotiation is about much more than salary or contracts. It shapes promotions, leadership opportunities, visibility, boundaries, difficult conversations, decision-making, and professional relationships.
The Academy helps women strengthen the confidence, communication, and leadership skills to navigate these moments with authenticity and purpose.
The difference
This is not a traditional negotiation program
Traditional Negotiation Programs
Women's Negotiation Academy
Focus on tactics
Focus on leadership
Focus on winning
Focus on influence
Position-based
Interest-based
Persuasion
Relationship-centered communication
One-size-fits-all
Conflict-IQ®, emotional intelligence & cultural awareness
Short-term outcomes
Sustainable leadership growth
Our approach integrates Conflict-IQ®, emotional intelligence, leadership development, multicultural awareness, conflict resolution, and strategic negotiation — helping women lead with confidence while remaining authentic to who they are.
Two tracks
Choose your leadership journey
Leadership Launch
For Emerging Women Leaders
Ideal for women preparing for leadership or wanting to increase their visibility and confidence.
$497one-time · includes the book
12–20 seats · 5 live sessions · starts Sep 15
- Leadership Identity
- Negotiation Foundations
- Communication & Boundaries
- Personal Brand
- Career Strategy
Leadership Influence
For Women Already in Leadership
Designed for managers, directors, executives, entrepreneurs, and women leading teams.
$997one-time · includes the book
8–15 seats · 5 live sessions + optional 1:1 · starts Sep 15
- Executive Presence
- Strategic Negotiation
- Influence & Organizational Politics
- Conflict & Difficult Conversations
- Leadership Brand
Sep 15, 2026Cohort starts
5 TuesdaysSep 15 – Oct 13
12:00–1:30 PM PTLive on Zoom · replays included
Sep 4, 2026Enrollment closes
Not sure which track fits you? Book a free 15-minute call with Yvette — she'll help you choose.
Included in every cohort
What every participant receives
- ✓Five live interactive workshops
- ✓Leadership workbook
- ✓Reflection journal
- ✓Negotiation scripts
- ✓Leadership communication templates
- ✓Discussion exercises
- ✓Private Facebook community
- ✓Two-year Academy membership
- ✓Curated leadership resources
- ✓Monthly negotiation & leadership tips
- ✓Special member discounts
- ✓Certificate of Completion
- ✓A copy of In the High Heels of a Smart Negotiator (digital or signed copy, depending on the offer)
Learn from the book
In the High Heels of a Smart Negotiator
This book is the foundation of the Academy. Participants explore practical strategies for:
- ✓Negotiating with confidence
- ✓Understanding power dynamics
- ✓Building executive presence
- ✓Managing difficult conversations
- ✓Leading with emotional intelligence
- ✓Advocating for themselves without compromising authenticity
Meet your facilitator
Yvette Durazo, MA, PCC
Founder of Unitive Consulting
- Author, Conflict-IQ®
- Author, In the High Heels of a Smart Negotiator
- Executive Coach
- Leadership Consultant
- Mediator
- Professor · UC Santa Cruz & UC Davis
With more than 14 years of experience coaching leaders, facilitating organizational change, and helping professionals navigate conflict and negotiation, Yvette brings a practical, culturally responsive, and deeply human approach to leadership development.
Raised in two cultures, she works fluently in English and Spanish — shaping future leaders at the University of California, Santa Cruz Silicon Valley Extension and UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education.
For organizations
Bring the Academy to your organization
Women's leadership programs, fully customizable for your people and culture.
Ideal for
- Corporate leadership programs
- Women's ERGs
- Government agencies
- Universities
- Professional associations
- Nonprofits & conferences
Choose a format
- Keynote presentations
- Half-day workshops
- Multi-session programs
- Executive coaching
- Leadership retreats
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Questions
Frequently asked
Who is this program for?
Professional women at any stage — from those preparing for their first leadership role to managers, directors, executives, and entrepreneurs already leading teams. Two tracks let you start where you are.
Do I need leadership experience?
No. The Leadership Launch track is built for emerging leaders, while Leadership Influence supports women already in leadership. You choose the track that fits you.
Is it virtual or in person?
The Academy runs as live, interactive virtual workshops so you can join from anywhere. In-person formats are available for organizations that bring the program in-house.
Are sessions recorded?
Yes. Replays are shared so you can revisit content or catch up if you miss a live session.
How long is the program?
Each cohort includes five live interactive workshops, plus a two-year Academy membership with ongoing resources, community, and tips.
What is included?
Live workshops, a leadership workbook and reflection journal, negotiation scripts and templates, a private community, curated resources, a Certificate of Completion, and a copy of the book. See "What every participant receives" above for the full list.
Can my employer pay for the program?
Yes. Many participants are sponsored by their employer. We can provide an invoice and receipt for reimbursement or professional-development budgets.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes — every participant who completes the cohort earns a Certificate of Completion.
Can I purchase the book separately?
Absolutely — you can order In the High Heels of a Smart Negotiator here. It's also included with your Academy enrollment.
How do organizations bring this program in-house?
Start with a discovery call. We'll tailor the format — keynote, workshop, multi-session program, coaching, or retreat — to your goals, people, and culture.
Your move
Your voice matters. Your leadership matters. Your future deserves a strong negotiator.
Whether you begin with the book, the Academy, or bring the program to your organization, today is the first step toward leading with greater confidence, influence, and purpose.