Negotiation Tricks & Pitfalls
Negotiate with confidence! Learn essential negotiation tricks & tactics, avoid common pitfalls, and master the art of strategic bargaining.
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Skills you'll build in this course
- Master essential negotiation tactics: Learn how to open negotiations, bargain effectively, and close deals successfully.
- Identify and counter common negotiation pitfalls: Recognize tactics like “good cop, bad cop” and “Colombo” and develop effective responses.
- Build strong relationships: Understand the importance of trust and rapport in negotiations.
- Communicate effectively: Learn to communicate clearly, persuasively, and assertively.
- Handle difficult situations: Develop strategies to handle aggressive negotiators and unexpected challenges.
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Richard Todd
“Never Negotiate out of fear and Never fear to negotiate” - JFK Dare to negotiate with the support of RJ Todd Consulting Services. Senior Procurement consultant and training provider since Nov 2015 offering procurement expertise, Interim Management solutions and negotiation training to large multinational companies in Europe, Asia and the US. Educated as an Engineer, I have over 25 years’ experience in several industries (automotive, rail, aviation,…
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