The Executive Edge Expeditor™ Masterclass
— By Bhuva Shakti
Negotiate with confidence. Lead with influence. Elevate your career.
You’ve already achieved success. But you know there’s another level waiting. The difference between those who rise and those who stall often comes down to one skill: negotiation. Not just negotiating deals, but negotiating your value, your influence, and your next move.
I created the Executive Edge Expeditor™ Masterclass Series for professionals ready to make their next move with intention. It’s packed with insights you won’t find in typical books – unless you’re reading my upcoming one. Every lesson is grounded in 3 decades at the negotiation table, navigating high-stakes dynamics with clarity and confidence.
Let’s sharpen your edge, together.
I am Bhuva Shakti. And I want you to succeed in your career.
When I first started on Wall Street, I thought success meant knowing all the answers. It did not take long to realize it is really about asking the right questions, and knowing your worth when you do.
Since then, I have spent decades helping people and organizations find clarity in moments of complexity – from major negotiations to leadership transitions.
Now, I am sharing what I learned about the art of asking, the psychology of influence, and the quiet power that comes from negotiating with both confidence and empathy.
Who would benefit from the Executive Edge Expeditor™ Course?
Established Executives
Lead with confidence and influence that lasts.
You have already built a successful career. Now it is about sharpening your edge: mastering the nuances of negotiation, communication, and strategic presence to open doors to your next opportunity or board-level role.
Business Owners & Founders
Build partnerships that move your business forward.
Whether you are raising capital, securing clients, or scaling your vision, negotiation sits at the heart of every milestone. Learn to navigate each conversation with clarity, confidence, and control.
Consultants & Freelancers
Know your worth. And ask for it with conviction.
Your expertise? Your greatest asset. This course helps you communicate its value, price your services with authority, and create lasting client relationships built on respect and results.
What you will gain from the Executive Edge Expeditor™ Course
This is not just another course. It is a strategic investment in your leadership journey. Here is how the Executive Edge Expeditor™ empowers you:
- Negotiate with confidence in high-stakes situations: transform uncertainty into opportunity by mastering the art of negotiation.
- Recognize and assert your true value: navigate the psychology of asking to ensure your worth is acknowledged and respected.
- Craft deals that reflect your worth without burning bridges: achieve outcomes that honor your expertise and build lasting professional relationships.
- Enhance emotional intelligence for effective leadership: develop the self-awareness and empathy needed to lead with authenticity and influence.
Apply real-world strategies to your own challenges: engage in practical exercises that address your specific leadership scenarios, ensuring immediate applicability.
*Does not include taxes imposed by a government entity on the sale, use, purchase, receipt, or delivery of the goods or services.
**All lessons should be completed within 4 months (120 calendar days) from the date of purchase, to get your course completion and proceed with next steps.
What is the Planet Positive Hub™?
If you haven’t heard about the Planet Positive Hub™ yet, consider this your invitation. This growing network of over 2,000 experienced professionals brings together executives, investors, startup founders, policy experts, academic leaders and students who are curious, forward-thinking, and eager to shape what’s next.
Starting at just 15 USD per month, your membership gives you access to:
- A supportive community of peers committed to helping each other succeed
- Unlimited Access to the BIG Business Blueprint™ LinkedIn LIVE sessions
- Discussion Boards to engage in forward-thinking conversations with other leaders
- A Knowledge Base for Investors, Startups, Executives, Academic Leaders, Students and Non-Profit Experts)
- Opportunities to fund promising projects or launch your own fundraising campaign
- Invitations to exclusive networking events and member-only gatherings
Together, the Executive Edge Expeditor™ course and the Planet Positive Hub™ Memberships give you the tools and the connections to grow your business, or, as an executive, to take the next step in your career.
Start now with your first lesson
Mastering Negotiations: Strategies for Success
Drawing from decades of experience in high-stakes negotiations, I share how to recognize your value, navigate the psychology of asking, and craft deals that reflect your worth without burning bridges.
You will learn:
- Why avoiding negotiation is costing you more than you think.
- What is really at stake when you undercharge (or overcharge).
- How to use my Ask–Anchor–Align framework to lead negotiations that protect your time, your energy, and your bottom line.
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
- Name your number without flinching.
- Set terms that serve both you and your client.
- Walk away from misaligned deals with your head held high.
Lesson Outline:
- Lesson Introduction: Why Negotiation Matters
- Chapter 1: Why we Hesitate
- Chapter 2: The Hidden Stakes
- Chapter 3: The Negotiation Framework: Ask-Anchor-Align
- Next Steps: From Clarity to Action: Your Next Move
The next step in your career starts with the choice to invest in yourself. The first lesson is now available as a one-time investment of USD 249, instead of USD 899. A small step for a big leap in your career.
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The Executive Edge Expeditor™ Course: Overview of all the Lessons
Lesson 1: Mastering Negotiations: Strategies for Success
COMING SOON:
Lesson 2: Conflict Resolution: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities
Lesson 3: Persuasion in Leadership: Influencing with Integrity
Lesson 4: Executive Presence: Building your Leadership Brand
Lesson 5: Emotional Intelligence: The Leader’s Edge
Lesson 6: Organizational Politics: Strategic Internal Stakeholder Relationships
Lesson 7: Strategic Communication: Crafting Business Strategy Messages
Lesson 8: Leading Change: Effectively Lead, Integrate, and Manage Change
Lesson 9: High-Performance Teams: Build and Sustain High Performance Teams
Lesson 10: Time Management for Executives: Optimize Overall Productivity
FAQ about the Executive Edge Expeditor™
What is the Executive Edge Expeditor™?
I created the Executive Edge Expeditor™ to help executives, founders, business owners, consultants, and freelancers sharpen their negotiation and leadership skills. In this masterclass, I share practical strategies to help you recognize your value, lead with confidence, and achieve outcomes that make a real impact.
How much does the Executive Edge Expeditor™ cost?
You can now unlock the first lesson with a one-time investment of USD 249 instead of USD 899. A small step for a big leap in your career.
Is it a one-to-one lesson?
The courses are pre-recorded, so they are not one-to-one sessions with me. However, if you have any questions, I encourage you to join one of my Startup Growth Playbook LinkedIn Live sessions, if you are a startup founder or an investor. You can also book a free personal coaching session with me.
Often, the community itself can provide valuable answers, so I recommend joining the Planet Positive Hub™, where community like-minded leaders are ready to share insights and support each other.
Do I get a certificate of completion once the course is taken?
Yes! Your efforts deserve recognition. I offer both digital and physical certificates. The digital certificate is free and can be requested once you successfully complete the course. Physical certificates are available upon request for a small fee.
At what career stage should I be in order to benefit from this course?
Since this course is dedicated to executives, business owners, consultants and freelancers, I would recommend my course to professionals who are either executives and want to take the next step in their career (aiming at a board-level role, or wanting to improve their leadership and negotiation skills) or at any business owners, consultant, freelancer, since negotiation is at the core of their business, no matter their years of experience or business size.
When will the other lessons come out?
All ten lessons will be released by next year’s Emerald Summit™, giving you enough time to follow the course alongside your business schedule. Be sure to subscribe to my newsletter so you are notified each time a new lesson goes live.
Can I book individual coaching sessions with you?
Absolutely! I would love to help you personally grow your business, whatever stage of development you are at. For a fee, I offer personal coaching services to any startup founder, investor, board, or executive ready to reshape the future.
