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Land Negotiations Boot Camp - Negotiating Successful Right of Way, Lease and Easement Agreements
In Partnership with Kinetic

A One-Day Classroom Seminar

The oil and gas industry is dynamic and in the current downturn it is even more critical for projects to be on time, on budget and set up for long term success.

Right of way negotiators are under intense pressure to obtain rights quickly - good negotiation skills will increase the success rate of obtaining those rights of way at a reasonable cost and in a timely manner. Likewise, oil and gas wells do not get drilled without an oil and gas lease. The landman who buys the oil and gas lease must have good negotiation skills in order to be successful. Frequently, the landman must also negotiate a farmout or operating agreement with another landman before drilling commences. Surface damages must be negotiated with the surface owner before roads and well sites are created.

Kinetic's Land Negotiations Boot Camp! is a hands on training course that focuses on:

-Enhancing your understanding of the rules of engagement

-Improving your skills in small group negotiations

-Role playing real life situations

It also emphasizes how to create and maintain relationships while negotiating your land use project, whether its pipeline, drilling leases or other important aspects of your project such as site leasing, site purchase and easements.

Whether you have been a landman or right of way negotiator for 20 years or 20 days, this boot camp will enhance your negotiation techniques and provide valuable insight into the negotiation process.

It is instructed by Jim McGowen, a negotiation expert with more than 40 years of expertise. He is former President of the American Association of Professional Landmen and was selected last year by the Texas Independent Producers and Royalty Owners for the Texas Best Landman Award.

What You Will Learn
  • Defining the types of negotiation
  • Learning key words to use and avoid
  • The importance of hearing what is being said
  • Negotiation awareness pointers so you recognize a negotiation and you recognize when negotiation might be a good idea
  • Know what you should not talk about
  • Knowing when you have accomplished what is needed (knowing when to stop is as important as knowing how to negotiate)
  • Timing
  • Sequence
  • Recognizing the signals: When and how to end the negotiation
  • Critique of a poor negotiation
  • Analysis of a good negotiation
  • Understanding the rules of engagement
  • Small group negotiations
  • Role playing real life situations
  • The course instructor takes a practical approach to help the students develop an understanding of negotiation and develop successful negotiation techniques. Using instructions as well as role playing practice, you will participate in negotiations and observe others as they work to sharpen their negotiation skills.
Seminar Agenda
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8:00 - 8:30 a.m.  Registration and Continental Breakfast 

 

8:30 - 10:00 a.m.  Overview of Types of Negotiation 

In order to understand negotiation and develop good negotiation techniques you must understand the various types of negotiation.  In this session we dive into: 

  • Defining the types of negotiation 
  • Learning key words to use and to avoid 
  • The importance of hearing what is being said 

10:00 - 10:15 a.m.  Morning Break 

 

10:15 - 10:45 a.m. Negotiation Preparation:  Requirements for Success 

  • Know your objective 
  • Know what you should not talk about 
  • Understand the subject matter 
  • Think about possible objections 
  • Convince yourself that you can accomplish the mission 

10:45 - 11:45 a.m.  Too Far?  Or Did You Leave Something on the Table?  When and How to End the Negotiation 

  • Setting realistic expectations 
  • Knowing when you have accomplished what is needed (knowing when to stop is as important as knowing how to negotiate) 
  • Timing 
  • Sequence 
  • Recognizing the signals: When and how to end the negotiation 

11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. The Aftermath 

  • How do you know if you "won" the negotiation? 
  • What do you do when the negotiation is over? 
  • The follow-up 

12:15 - 1:15 p.m.  Group Lunch 

 

1:15 - 5:00 p.m.  The Nitty Gritty: Practicing the Art and Science of Negotiations to Enhance Your Skills

Our afternoon is spent diving into real life situations you have (or will) encounter in the field.

  • Critique of a poor negotiation 
  • Analysis of a good negotiation 
  • Understanding the rules of engagement 
  • Breakout session:  Group discussion and preparation 
  • Small group negotiations 
  • Entire Class Participation:  Role playing real life situations 

 

5:00 p.m. Fall Out!  Negotiations and Boot Camp Ends

Hotel and Seminar Information
This one-day seminar will be held at the location listed below. The seminar will start promptly at 8:00 AM and will finish at 5:00 PM. The program includes continental breakfast, and lunch. Dress is business casual for all seminars.
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Registration Fee and Discounts
The price for this comprehensive two-day seminar is $895 (USD).
Register online or Call (843) 212-4038.
  • Additional attendees and government employees receive a 10% discount.
  • Register 4 or more attendees and receive 20% Off. Special pricing is available for groups of 5 or more.
    If you want attendees to pay with separate credit cards or have other questions, please call (843) 212-4038 for assistance.
Payments and Cancellations
Payment is due prior to the start of the seminar by Visa, Master Card, American Express, or corporate check. Seminar fees will be charged to your credit card at the time of registration unless other arrangements have been made. Please make checks payable to "PGS Energy Training" 26 Teal Lane • Hilton Head Island, SC 29926. Cancellations will result in a credit that is good for 2 years which can be transferred to a colleague. Substitutions may be made at any time. For more information on PGS policies regarding administrative matters and complaint resolution, please contact our offices at (843) 212-4038.
Who Should Attend

Right of Way Professionals; Landmen; Attorneys and Mediators; In House Counsel; Paralegals; Project Managers; Mineral and Royalty Owners; Executives and Managers

Prerequisites and Advance Preparation

This fundamental level group live seminar has no prerequisites. No advance preparation is required before the seminar.

Why Choose PGS?

PGS seminars are known for their clear explanations and in-depth content. Register for a PGS class today, and join the over 10,000 energy professionals who have already attended one of PGS's proven programs.

Program Level & Delivery Method
Intermediate level. CPE delivery method is "Group-Live."