Negotiation is a crucial part of every aspect of life, not just business. Think of it as a life-skill. Negotiating in an effective way isn’t easy because of the preconceived notions and negative connotations attached to the process. Having different approaches, goals and tactics than your counterparty is not a sign of conflict. It’s perfectly okay to express what doesn’t work for you and what you’re actually looking for. Here’s how you can improve your mindset and negotiation skills in 3 simple steps: 1) Let Go of The Fear of Negotiation “Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate.” ~John F. Kennedy Having different approaches, goals and tactics than your counterparty is not a sign of conflict. It’s perfectly okay to express what doesn’t work for you and what you’re actually looking for. Showing your cards is not a sign of weakness. It is…
