Negotiating: Page 9

Starting a Business

Hustling 101: These 5 Entrepreneurs Negotiated Big Value for Small Money

So, say there's something you need and can't afford. If you're like these five, that's simply not going to hold you back.

Marketing

Everything I Needed to Know About Negotiating I Learned Watching My Dad Make a Huge Buck on Some Old Furniture

When my father got five times his ideal price, plus some bagels, for family junk he taught that street smarts trump book smarts.

Growing a Business

9 Ways to Negotiate a Contract Like a Boss

Finding common ground is an emotionally fraught process. But you have to keep the relationship positive. These are the people you're going to be working with if the contract ends up being signed.

Growing a Business

This Strategy Will Make Negotiations Less Painful

From making job offers to closing deals, building a business can feel like a never-ending sequence of negotiations. But it doesn't need to be an awful experience.

Thought Leaders

5 Reasons Why 'Asking' Is an Essential Skill for Every Entrepreneur

The right questions open doors, save time and money and result in better business.

Thought Leaders

This Dapper Young Entrepreneur Just Schooled Mike Rowe on How to Negotiate

This pint-sized lemonade stand owner can probably teach you a thing or two about negotiation tactics.

Growing a Business

Why Banning Salary Negotiations Won't Close the Gender Pay Gap

Statistics show that women are paid less than men but the problem resists one-size-fits-all solutions.

Thought Leaders

7 Reasons Why 'Just Ask' Is the Best Negotiation Tactic

There's no big secret to getting what you want. You just have to make it known.

Growing a Business

Looking to Sell Your Business? Think About it Like This.

Keep negotiations moving, employees productive and leaders focused while moving your company to the next phase.

Growing a Business

Why Vendors Can Make or Break Your Event

Here's how to find the best vendors for your needs and negotiate with them to get the best prices.

Thought Leaders

Master the Concept of Leverage to Get What You Want in Business and Life

Leverage has the unique ability to dramatically change the outcome of nearly any daily situation.

Living

When Married to an Entrepreneur Negotiation Is Healthier Than Compromising

Working things out between spouses is always an art. Marriage to an entrepreneur means there is the business to consider, too.

Growing a Business

Evaluating the Merits of Building Negotiating Into Your Prices

The "one price fits all" philosophy does not work in all industries and under all circumstances.

Growing a Business

7 Ways to Be a Better Negotiator

Asking for more scares many people into worrying they'll end up with less but there are effective ways to make your case.

Leadership

5 Tried and True Ways to Calm Down a Difficult Client

You can't make everyone happy all the time but you can always listen and offer solutions.