Archive for June, 2009

Best Practices in Negotiation – How to Avoid Offering Too Little & Asking Too Much

Saturday, June 27th, 2009

There is a clear point I make in the "Best Practices in Negotiation" seminars that I conduct through colleges and at organizations:THE MORE YOU ASK FOR, THE MORE YOU'LL GET!Another point is:DON'T BE AFRAID TO TENDER A FRACTIONAL OFFER!The problem with sellers and buyers who take these tips to heart ...

Polite Business Negotiations

Friday, June 26th, 2009

Business negotiations are a fact of life for most professionals. But there's a world of difference between smart negotiation tactics and manipulative ploys.Many people mistakenly put too much energy into manipulating others to get what they want instead of strategizing to conduct a mutually respectful negotiation. We've all seen these ...

Polite Business Negotiations

Thursday, June 25th, 2009

Business negotiations are a fact of life for most professionals. But there's a world of difference between smart negotiation tactics and manipulative ploys.Many people mistakenly put too much energy into manipulating others to get what they want instead of strategizing to conduct a mutually respectful negotiation. We've all seen these ...