1. The document provides 5 negotiation tips for mining companies: (1) Pay equal attention to your alternative plan (Plan B) as your primary plan; (2) Avoid "bidding against yourself" by improving offers without a counteroffer; (3) Don't hesitate to make the first offer to anchor the negotiation; (4) Meet at the other side's office to demonstrate willingness and ability to "storm out"; (5) Get all issues on the table from the beginning to avoid derailing negotiations.