Ten rules of negotiation

Posted by: Peter Massey | 22.07.2009

I found this whilst clearing rubbish and thought it worth sharing !

  • Don’t – unless you need to
  • Never negotiate with yourself
  • Never accept the first offer
  • Never make the first offer
  • Listen more and talk less
  • No free gifts
  • Watch the salami and the jelly fish
  • Don’t fall for rookies regret
  • Always avoid the quick deal
  • Never reveal what your bottom line is or was

The 4 rules locked in my head from way back when are:

  • Don’t negotiate until the selling is finished
  • Always bear the whole package in mind (don’t negotiate bit by bit)
  • Trade on all the variables
  • Both sides need to win; you can’t win if it’s not clear what you want

Anyone any tips to share?

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