The Art of Negotiation

You don’t get what you deserve, but what you negotiate.

3 ways to master negotiation (in life and business):

1. The ‘I FORESAW IT’ Framework (H/T Seth Freeman)

↳ Creates a roadmap for every element before you walk in

↳ Uses preparation to transform anxiety into quiet confidence

2. The 7-38-55 Rule

↳ Words only have a 7% impact on communication 

↳ Focus on mastering your body language, too

3. The Anchoring Effect

↳ The opening number shapes the rest of the negotiation

↳ Use market data to strengthen your anchor point

Here are some phrases to help when you’re negotiating:

When you start:

↳ “I want you to feel treated fairly at all times. Please stop me if I’m being unfair.” (H/T Chris Voss)

When you’re discovering motivation:

↳ “What about this is important to you?”

When you’re sidestepping:

↳ “I have a rule not to discuss that.”

When you close:

↳ “I’m confident we’ve found a solution that benefits everyone.”

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