Tips for Negotiating in Business | Jack Mondel

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Tips For Negotiating In Business Jack Mondel


Negotiating with a partner is an essential step in becoming a better business owner. It shows how both parties see the deal and how they would like to see it. Negotiating effectively can lead to longterm relationships that can produce more deals.


Be The First To Make An Offer

Negotiating with authority is one of the best negotiating techniques. It has been proven that when the seller sets the opening bid, prices tend to be higher. When the buyer offers first, they tend to be lower. This is beneficial for both parties as it lets them discuss their interests without veering off course.


Don't Use A Range When Discussing Costs

If you tell your potential buyer that you’re looking to get between $500 and $750, you may get the lower price. You may know how much you can get but don’t want to give the other person an upper hand. Never yield to your upper hand too fast.


Don't Talk More Than You Have To

One of the most effective negotiation techniques

is

to

avoid

speaking

to

someone without being able to hear their thoughts. This allows you to make them feel

like

they’re

already

making

concessions without saying anything.


Negotiating

silence

can

be

a

powerful tool for both parties. It allows the other party to see the other’s point of view and hear the other negotiator’s counteroffer.


Listen Carefully And Ask Open-Ended Questions

The person trying to hire you exerts pressure to reach a certain goal. If they do, they’ll raise their offer. Instead of asking simple yes or no questions, ask open-ended questions that make the other party more valuable. For instance, if you want to know why someone is suddenly unemployed, don’t ask a simple yes or no question.


Both Sides Win In Successful Negotiations

Win-win situations can open doors for dealmakers

who

push

for

results.

For

sustained success, try to be a partner with people who are negotiating for you. Those who have a win-lose mindset tend to be less productive and less likely to repeat business.


If you’re a businessman, don’t be the type of person who sells damaged goods in exchange for money.

Instead,

transaction situation.

as

treat a

each

win-win


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