Course Outline
- What defines my personal negotiating style?
Gaining insight into your individual approach and its effect on negotiation outcomes
- Competitive versus cooperative?
Determining the most appropriate strategy to adopt
- The necessity for creativity and flexibility
Exploring alternative solutions and problem-solving
- Managing expectations
Effectively handling the pre-negotiation and initial stages
- Non-verbal communication
Utilizing body language to reinforce verbal messages
- The critical role of preparation
Essential steps to take before negotiations begin
- Shifting the power dynamic
Recognizing the strengths and vulnerabilities of all parties involved
- Goals and objectives
Defining success criteria and unacceptable terms
- Exploring interests and concerns beyond stated demands
Uncovering the underlying priorities of the other party
- Identifying key variables
Determining what can be conceded with minimal cost and what is sought in return
- Formulating and justifying proposals
Positioning and demonstrating value through the lens of the counterpart
- Responding to proposals
Articulating why a proposal is unacceptable and offering counterproposals
- Strategic use of questions
Employing conditional questions to test solutions without binding commitments
- The bargaining process
Exchanging concessions to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
- Addressing deadlocks
Techniques to overcome impasses
- Handling price objections
Defending your position effectively
- Finalizing the agreement
Summarizing and closing the negotiation to prevent costly misinterpretations
Requirements
Given the extensive number of practical exercises in this course, a minimum of four participants and two trainers is required.
Testimonials (4)
A lot of practical examples, practical approach to the topic, a lot of useful information, trainer is excellent
Irena
Course - Negotiation Skills
The exercises were amazing. The interaction was very friendly. I learned a lot. We concentrated on all the point and for all the unclear point, everything was answered.
VILCU DAN
Course - Negotiation Skills
Let's Trainee to share case& play role.
Dalailuck - Babcock Power (Thailand)
Course - Negotiation Skills
SAMART Goal and Negotiation Concept