Negotiating is about resolving differences. People who can master the process of negotiation find they can save time and money, develop a higher degree of satisfaction with outcomes at home and at work, and earn greater respect in their communities when they understand how to negotiate well.

Negotiating is a fundamental fact of life. Whether you are working on a project or fulfilling support duties, this workshop will provide you with a basic comfort level to negotiate in any situation. This interactive workshop includes techniques to promote effective communication and gives you techniques for turning face-to-face confrontation into side-by-side problem solving.

Learning Outcomes:

• How often we all negotiate and the benefits of good negotiation skills.
• The importance of preparing for the negotiation process, regardless of the circumstances.
• The various negotiation styles and their advantages and disadvantages.
• Strategies for dealing with tough or unfair tactics.
• Skills in developing alternatives and recognizing options.
• Basic negotiation principles, including BATNA, WATNA, WAP, and the ZOPA.