Despite popular belief, negotiation is not about bluff and bluster. In reality, the secret to a successful negotiation is to take ego out of the equation. There is a fine line between confidence and arrogance, and arrogance can kill your opportunities almost immediately. All too often people walk into a negotiation with the mindset that […]

Many people prepare for negotiations by thinking about what they want to achieve, what they are willing to concede to achieve those results, and what bargaining power they have. Then, they prepare their opening statements, their best arguments, and they decide at what point they would choose to walk away from the deal. They try […]

  Negotiating can be a tricky process and it’s important to learn how to effectively navigate the process. One of the best practices in negotiation is learning to wait and exercises patience throughout the negotiation process. A quick solution may lead to a bad decision so you need to learn the art of waiting. Patience […]

There is more to negotiating than stating your proposed deal. Timing also plays an important role. When you negotiate can have a significant impact on the outcome of the negotiation process. Choosing the right time to negotiate can affect how alert people are, how interested they are, and how willing they are to listen to […]

Entering into an important business negotiation can be stressful and many people find themselves becoming anxious about their performance. No matter how well they have prepared their materials, they still feel nervous about how they will handle the negotiation process. While a certain amount of performance anxiousness is normal, you certainly don’t want to showcase […]

Negotiations will cease to have any meaningful result if the parties involved fail to communicate effectively. Many people get nervous or tongue-tied during a negotiation and they fail to get what they want. The problem is miscommunication. Oftentimes, what we say is misheard or misinterpreted in a way we didn’t intend. This can lead to […]

When it comes to business negotiations, your body language is just as important as the words you speak. People communicate through a variety of channels and spoken language is not the only way to exchange information. During a negotiation, you can also express ideas and command attention through your body movements and facial expressions. In […]

Negotiation is an art that requires planning, skill, and strategy. With so much at stake, many people are desperate to simply reach an agreement and finalize the deal. However, power negotiators know that despite your eagerness to reach a conclusion, you should never say “yes” to the first offer. Why? People expect you to counter […]

No matter what industry you are in or what position you hold, your ability to negotiate will bear a significant impact on your career. Whether you are negotiating a pay raise or working to land that big account, learning how to negotiate effectively is crucial to your success. As you are probably well aware, negotiating […]

Most people enter into a negotiation with the realization that concessions are necessary. Every negotiation involves a little bit of give and take, as this amicable exchange of value encourages long-term partnerships. Although they are expected in negotiations, great negotiators understand that concessions should be used sparingly and with purpose. Concede too much or too […]