Q: I work with a group that has completed several mergers and acquisitions on behalf of our organization in recent years. We would like to assess how well we have done and where and how we might improve. What’s the best way to go about this?
A:Across all kinds of business negotiations, assessing a team’s performance … Read Dear Negotiation Coach: Learning from experience
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In business disputes, negotiation doesn’t mean backing down
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In negotiation, are two anchors better than one?
Suppose you are about to negotiate the price of your used car. Should you name a specific price—say, $7,000—or suggest a price range, such as $6,500 to $7,500?
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