Top Negotiation principles taught in business school
1. Know Your BATNA: Before entering any negotiation, it is important to have a clear understanding of your Best Alternative To a Negotiated Agreement (BATNA). This can help you decide whether a negotiated agreement is better than any other option available to you.

2. Set Clear Objectives: Clearly define your goals and objectives before entering into a negotiation. This will give you a better understanding of what you want to achieve and will provide a foundation for successful negotiations.

3. Establish a Relationship: Building a relationship with the other party is important for successful negotiations. Building trust and understanding can help both parties focus on the negotiation at hand and help create a positive atmosphere.

4. Know Your Value: Knowing the value of what you are bringing to the negotiation is key. Be sure to understand the value of your product or service and be prepared to defend it.

5. Listen and Understand: It is important to understand the other party’s perspective and interests. Ask questions to get a better understanding of the needs and interests of the other party and be sure to listen attentively.

6. Be Flexible: Being flexible in negotiations is important for reaching an agreement. Showing that you are willing to compromise and be flexible can help build a strong relationship with the other party and make it easier to reach an agreement.

7. Prepare and Practice: Negotiations can be a lengthy process, so it is important to be prepared and practice. Preparation and practice can help you to think quickly and come up with solutions in the moment.

8. Manage Emotions: It is important to keep your emotions in check during a negotiation. Becoming emotional or upset can hurt your chances of reaching a successful agreement.

9. Stay Positive: Negotiations can be a difficult process, so it is important to stay positive. Keeping a positive attitude can help create a better atmosphere and help both parties reach a successful agreement.

10. Finalize the Agreement: Once both parties have agreed to terms, it is important to finalize the agreement in writing. Having a written agreement in place ensures that both parties understand the terms of the agreement and can help prevent any potential disputes.

Now you know the top principles, here is how to approach your negotiation:

1. Be prepared: Research the market value of the item you are negotiating for, and prepare your arguments for why you are worth the amount you are asking for.

2. Listen: Listen carefully to the other party’s arguments and consider their points of view.

3. Speak clearly and confidently: Clearly articulate your points and be sure to use facts and figures to back up your argument.

4. Stay focused on the end goal: Remember the end goal and stay focused on the issue at hand.

5. Show flexibility: Be willing to compromise and show a willingness to negotiate.

6. Be patient: Negotiations can take time, so be patient and be willing to take breaks if needed.

7. Be respectful: Respect the other party’s opinion, even if you don’t agree with it.

8. Remain calm: Remain calm and professional, even if you are feeling frustrated.

p.s This blog post was written by GPT3 and edited by me