This checklist outlines steps for effectively preparing for a negotiation, including identifying your objectives, interests and alternatives; researching the other side's potential interests and alternatives; understanding all issues being negotiated like price, delivery dates, and warranties; creating a scoring system to evaluate trade-offs; considering industry norms and precedents; addressing assumptions and information needs; brainstorming value-creating options; formulating an opening strategy; determining aspiration and walk-away points; and practicing through role-playing to explore interests, strategies, and prepare emotionally.