According to CareerWomen.com, the leading source of women’s career information online, women find that their most useful negotiation tips come from other women. We can all agree that successful negotiating requires preparation. But, just what does preparation mean?
Of course, you should be prepared with a strong understanding of your needs and motivations. But, you need [...]

Hi Jill,

When I partner with other people on projects, I often get the “short end of the stick.” I end up taking on more than my share of the work or doing things that benefit the other person at my own expense. I can’t blame anyone, because I don’t speak up enough [...]

Negotiation is both an art . . . and a science. Whether it’s getting the kids to do their homework, choosing a film to see with a friend, or setting a price for your services, negotiating permeates every aspect of our lives. Whatever the size of the deal, a negotiation involves two sides, each needing [...]

Many service business owners these days are “giving away” their business services – and then wonder why people aren’t hiring them in droves. In the name of “marketing,” business owners are providing way too much information for free. Some shifts in thinking are necessary if these business owners expect to be in business years from [...]

Business Survival Skills to Help Maintain Your Inner Chi
No matter what you do, you’re bound to encounter difficult clients, vendors and peers.
It’s just a fact of life. Sometimes you see it coming, sometimes you deal with it because there’s an end benefit to you (a great credential on your resume or a sweet amount of [...]

Negotiating can take many forms. By definition it can pertain to business transactions and it can relate to moving through and around things. A business owner, particularly one who is a “solopreneur,” may find that certain skills are required to negotiate your business needs and your personal ones.
As a business owner with two businesses: writing [...]

In any business, negotiation skills make the difference between success and failure. If you are a solo entrepreneur or small business owner, one of the hats you’ll you need to wear is that of a master negotiator as it is the gateway to securing new clients.
Most small business owners, although they are very good at [...]

Negotiation is an art. I have to admit, it’s one that I’ve worked hard to perfect. Here are the steps I use to create win-win situations for myself and my clients:

Set an intention or goal for the meeting. Know exactly what you [...]

Dear Entrepreneur,

Welcome to the 21st issue of WomenandBiz.com.

In this issue, our guest writers are discussing negotiation skills: negotiating price, negotiating to close a sale, negotiating at meetings, negotiating your time, negotiating to grow!
When negotiating, remember to listen, to clearly communicate your goals and expectations, so that you come up with win-win situations.
If you [...]