SEL4 - Negotiation Part 1 of 3 Introduction, Background, Planning-SEL4---Negotiation-1-of-3-Introduction-Background-Planning-smaller-version

SEL4---Negotiation-1-of-3-Introduction-Background-Planning-smaller-version

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Negotiation is a problem-solving process aimed at win-win outcomes, not winners and losers. Successful negotiation requires preparation: understand the customer’s needs, likely objections, decision-makers, competition, and your own limits. Key concepts are ZOPA, the possible agreement range, and BATNA, your best fallback if no deal is reached. Buyers often push for lower prices and better terms, so be ready to explain value and offer realistic options. Avoid over-promising, check authority, involve relevant departments, and use agendas and checklists. Good negotiation balances flexibility, realism, and goodwill while protecting long-term value for both sides.

Keywords

negotiation

win-win

ZOPA

BATNA

customer needs