Welcome to the Official Website of Derek Arden
Introducing Derek Arden
The Speaker – Since 1987 Derek Arden has given more than 5000 presentations of various sizes. Is is the holder of one of the most prestigeous awards in the United Kingdom, being one of a very small numbers of Professional Speakers who hold the title of Fellow of the Professional Speakers Association. He has spoken in 27 countries at conferences from Melbourne to Singapore, Stockholm to Vancouver. His book Presenting phenomenally has the forward written by Sir Gerry Robinson.
The Negotiator – Derek has been negotiating at a high level for over 20 years. He has studied the subject at Harvard, written books on the subject and his Masterclasses are highly acclaimed. He saved Oxfam over £200,000 on their annual bank charges in 2009. He has appeared several times on ITV and is frequently asked for his comments on live radio. He is often introduced and called “Mr Negotiator”.
The Educator – Derek has spoken at 6 business schools. He passionately believes in life long learning and speaks voluntarily to student groups and Universities. His executive briefing goes out to over 2900 readers monthly.
The Consultant – Working for a number of companies including a publisher, a designer, a costume jeweller and a farming co-operative. Derek quickly identifies the issues that create added value and focuses on what will increase sales, profits and staff retention.
The Philanthropist – Giving a portion of his time to Charities, he is working with several to help negotiate cost savings like he did with Oxfam above. He was Chairman of the largest Banking charity and he and his wife are Patrons of DisabilyChallengers
Well, if you need help with these important life skills you have found the right man.
When the media need someone to call upon to talk about negotiating, influencing and body language and, Derek is often their man — just a look through the titles of the books and CDs Derek has authored reveals why.
- 117 Handy Haggling Hints — How to Negotiate Win Win Win Deals
- The Amazing Secrets of How to Negotiate Your Salary
- The Secret Language of Success — Understanding Body Talk
- Presenting Phenomenally — How to Succeed at Presenting
- Street Savvy — for High Achievers
- Negotiating Success
Derek is charming with a steely resolve — what a powerful combination — and you can learn his secrets right here.
Shhh! Don’t tell everyone though.
