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 Duration 14 hours

Course Outline

  • Defining your personal negotiating style

recognizing how your unique approach influences negotiation dynamics

  • Choosing between competitive and cooperative approaches

determining the most appropriate strategy for the situation

  •  The value of creativity and adaptability

exploring alternative solutions and collaborative problem-solving

  • Managing expectations effectively

handling the initial and preparatory phases of a negotiation

  •  Leveraging non-verbal communication

using body language to reinforce and support your verbal messages

  •  The critical role of preparation

key steps to take before the negotiation begins

  •  Shifting the balance of power

assessing the strengths and vulnerabilities of all parties involved

  •  Setting clear goals and objectives

defining your ideal outcome and establishing non-negotiable boundaries

  •  Focusing on interests rather than demands

uncovering the underlying motivations and true priorities of the other party

  •  Identifying negotiable variables

determining what can be offered at minimal cost and what you aim to gain in return

  •  Crafting and justifying proposals

presenting value in a way that resonates with the counterparty’s perspective

  •  Responding strategically to proposals

articulating why certain terms are unsuitable and presenting counter-offers

  •  Effective use of questioning techniques

using conditional questions to test solutions without binding commitments

  •  Mastering the bargaining process

exchanging concessions to reach mutually beneficial outcomes

  •  Breaking through deadlock

applying tools to navigate past impasses

  •  Handling price challenges

strategies for defending your position and value

  •  Finalizing the agreement

ensuring clear summaries and closures to prevent costly misunderstandings

Requirements

Given the extensive practical exercises involved, this course requires a minimum group of four delegates to be conducted by two trainers.

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