Win-Win Negotiation Training
Submitted to: Prof. Eng Kimsan
Prepared by: Ms. May Sereykanika
Ms. Keo Yalin Ms. Chea Mary
Ms. Ros Borasana Ms. Ul Soklang 1
saklviTüal½ybBaØasa®sþkm<úCa
Paññásástra University of Cambodia
Training Objectives
1. Introduction to Win Win Negotiation
2. The Win Win Mindset
3. Negotiating Tactics and Counter-Tactics
4. Positions, Interests, Currencies and Options
5. Developing and Using Your Plan B
6. Negotiating Power
7. Communication and Relationship Issues
8. Emotions in Negotiation
9. Implementation the agreement and dispute
resolution
10. More Win-Win Negotiating Wisdom
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1. Introduction to Win-Win
Negotiation
• What it Negotiation?
–Negotiation is a way of satisfying your
interest, of getting what you need or
want.
–We negotiate because we want
something that we cannot get on our
own.
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1. Introduction to Win-Win
Negotiation (Cont.)
• Possible Outcomes
–Win-Lose
–Lose-Lose
–Partial Win-Partial Lose
–Win-Win
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1. Introduction to Win-Win
Negotiation (Cont.)
• Negotiation Process:
– Preparation
• Know thyself
• Once you’ve determined what you want
• You will often find that you have multiple interests
• Assess what resources you have, what you bring to the table
• What strategies and tactics might you employ in the negotiation?
• Know the other party
• Anticipate your counterpart’s negotiating style
• Formulate some options
• Know the environment
• Are there any relevant changes or trends in your respective
industries?
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1. Introduction to Win-Win
Negotiation (Cont.)
–Bargaining
–Timing Issues
• Most progress in a negotiation occurs at
the deadline approaches
–Venue and Seating
• Venue: neutral territory such as a
restaurant or hotel conference room
• Seating: round table
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1. Introduction to Win-Win
Negotiation (Cont.)
– Setting the Agenda
• Develop an agenda before you sit down with your
counterpart
• You should create the agenda yourself
• Keep in mind that it may have been crafted to
afford their advantage
– Should you bring a team
• It’s a good idea to bring a team or at least on other
person
• Tow (or more) heads are better than one
• Do not bring your whole team
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2. The Win-Win Mindset
• Two Dimensions
– Assertiveness: is the ability to communicate your
interests clearly and directly. It is the ability to
stand up for yourself without stepping on anyone
else’s toes. They also accept standards of fairness
and recognize the rights and interests of others.
– People Orientation: denotes a sensitivity to the
needs and feelings of others. Those with a high
people orientation are generally sociable and
likeable. They are people driven rather than task
driven.
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2. The Win-Win Mindset (Cont.)
• Five Styles of Negotiating
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2. The Win-Win Mindset (Cont.)
• Five Styles of Negotiating:
– Avoiding:
• Avoids confrontation, controversy, tense situations
• Avoids discussing issues, concerns
• Puts off negotiating whenever possible
– Accommodating:
• Focuses on the other party’s concerns more than our
own
• Helps the other party at his own expense
• Tries to win approval by pleasing the other party
• Follows the other party’s lead
• Emphasizes areas of agreement
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2. The Win-Win Mindset (Cont.)
• Five Styles of Negotiating:
– Competing:
• Uses power to effect a more favorable outcome
• Exploits the other party’s weaknesses
• Wears the other party down until he gives in
• May use threats, manipulation, dishonesty, and
hardball tactics
– Compromising:
• Splits the difference
• Believes in quid pro quo, give and take
• Seeks a solution in the middle of the range
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2. The Win-Win Mindset (Cont.)
• Five Styles of Negotiating:
– Collaborating:
• Deals openly and communicates effectively
• Builds trust
• Listens to the other party
• Exchanges ideas and information
• Seeks creative solutions
• Strives to create value
• Sees negotiating as an exercise in joint problem
solving
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2. The Win-Win Mindset (Cont.)
• Five Characteristics of WIN-WIN Negotiators
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3. Negotiating Tactics and Counter-
Tactics
• Why do we need tactics?
– You are learning to become a win-win negotiator
• Initial Offers and Counter Offers
– No one expects a first offer to be a best offer
– Even if you are delighted with their first offer,
express some reluctance. Your counterpart will
feel better
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3. Negotiating Tactics and Counter-
Tactics (Cont.)
• Who go first?
– Approach #1: Let the other party make the initial
offer whenever possible
• Your counterpart’s initial offer might be more favorable than
you expected
• You learn something when your counterpart makes the first
offer
– Approach #2: Make the initial offer by yourself
• The initial offer is a powerful anchor.
• Your initial offer should be at the high end of your aspiration
range and within your counterpart’s acceptable range.
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3. Negotiating Tactics and Counter-
Tactics (Cont.)
• Tips for making offers and counter offers
– Do not appear too eager for a deal
– Do not get emotional about the subject of the
negotiation
– Do not make a counter offer too quickly
– Give reasons when making a counter offer
– Be prepared for any response and control your
reaction
– Get offers and counter offers in writing
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3. Negotiating Tactics and Counter-
Tactics (Cont.)
• Anchor Points
– The first offer in a
negotiation and the
ensuing counter offer
serve as Anchor
Points.
– Anchor Points
determine the
negotiation range and
influence the
settlement price
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3. Negotiating Tactics and Counter-
Tactics (Cont.)
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4. Positions, Interests, Currencies and
Options
• Position VS Interest
–Positions are the demands and offers
made by the parties in a negotiation.
–Interests are what the parties consider
most important to them, what they
truly need, or why they want it.
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4. Positions, Interests, Currencies and
Options (Cont.)
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POSITION:
What I say I want
INTEREST:
What I really need
4. Positions, Interests, Currencies and
Options (Cont.)
• How to Identify Interests?
–Prioritizing interests
–Sharing information about interests
–List your currencies
–We don’t always want the same things
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4. Positions, Interests, Currencies and
Options (Cont.)
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4. Positions, Interests, Currencies and
Options (Cont.)
• Creating Value from Differences
To identify items that may be valued differently
by the parties, here are some things to consider:
– Perceptions
– Risk
– Combining similar resources and skills to achieve
economies of scale
– Combining different resources and skills to
accomplish together what neither could do alone
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4. Positions, Interests, Currencies and
Options (Cont.)
• Option is a possible solution to a negotiation. It is one
of a range of possible sets of currencies.
– Most negotiators begin with three options in mind:
• The best deal I can get
• The worst deal I will accept
• The most likely agreement I believe we can reach
• Start generating options by listing and prioritizing your
interests, then listing all of your currencies. List your
counterpart’s interests and currencies as best you can.
Remember, options are possible solutions to your
negotiation. Currencies determine your options.
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4. Positions, Interests, Currencies and
Options (Cont.)
• Creating Options from Currencies
– First understand what you really want.
– Next, try to anticipate what your counterpart wants.
– Finally, combine these currencies into a range of packages,
or options. The more interests and options you have on
the table, the greater the chance of a win-win agreement.
• Option 1: Party A offers currencies A, B, C. Party B offers
currencies X, Y, Z
• Option 2: Party A offers currencies A, D, F. Party B offers
currencies V, Y, Z
• Option 3: Party A offers currencies A, D, E. Party B offers
currencies W, X, Y, Z
Any option (set of currencies) is a potential solution.
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5. Developing and Using Your Plan B
• Always Have Plan B
– Option: is a possible solution to a negotiation
– Alternative: getting what you need and exist
outside of the negotiation.
• The power of a strong Plan B
– Your Plan B gives you confidence.
– Your Plan B is a benchmark.
– Your Plan B must be realistic.
– Your Plan B can be improved.
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5. Developing and Using Your Plan B
(Cont.)
• The Danger of Bottom Line
–Negotiators usually decide upon the ‘worst’
deal they are willing to accept before they
begin negotiating
–A bottom line is an arbitrary position that
may not meaningful, plan B is always a
better
• Developing your Plan B
–Focus on your key interest
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5. Developing and Using Your Plan B
(Cont.)
• What is their Plan B?
–Put yourself in his shoes and determine
your counterpart best alternative
• Diminishing their Plan B
–Plan B can be improved but usually appear
less attractive
• Walking away
–No deal at all is better than a bad deal
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6. Negotiating Power
• People in negotiation workshops lament that they
feel powerless compared to the people they
negotiate with.
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6. Negotiating Power (Cont.)
• Legitimate Power: Refers to power associated
with a positions.
• Expertise: a person who possesses
extraordinary skill or knowledge in a particular
area.
• Information: Another source of negotiating
power and counterpart, subject of the
negotiations and respective industries, the
more power that you have .
6. Negotiating Power (Cont.)
• Reward and punishment: We negotiate with
someone because we have believe he is in a
position to help us or hurt us.
• Competitions: Another form of negotiating
power. If you have ever bid on a government
project. We will know how powerful
competition can be.
6. Negotiating Power (Cont.)
• Your Plan B: A form of competition. It gives
you confidence and guarantees that you will
end up better off than you were beginning of
your negotiation.
• Precedent: A court of law will nearly follow
precedent when handing down a judgment
and the practices of following previous
outcome in similar cases.
6. Negotiating Power (Cont.)
• Commitment: Well prepare for
negotiation, get the
commitment of others on your
team.
• Investment: People don’t like to
lose( money, waste time or
invest effort without gain).
• Persistence: When you were a
toddler you were eager to walk
about like everyone else imagine
if you had quit trying to walk the
first time you fell down.
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6. Negotiating Power (Cont.)
Attitude: wonderful source of power. And if your attitude is not ideal.
1. Ask for more than expect
2. Approach the negotiation as a problem to be resolved in collaboration.
3. Be willing to take calculated risks
4. Be persistent. Don’t give up!
5. Treat the negotiation as a game.
6. Appreciate the power of time.
7. Remember that you can walk away, if necessary.
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6. Negotiating Power (Cont.)
Persuasiveness:
Power of persuasion is a
boon to any negotiator.
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Credibility Logic Emotion
6. Negotiating Power (Cont.)
• People skills: Having good people skill is
a source of power for a win win
negotiator( Communicate clearly and
smoothly)
• We will look more closely at the people
skills in the next chapter.
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7. Communication and Relationship
Issues
• The Window of
Opportunity
– Make a grand entrance
– Look like a winner
– Make the first move
– Use a firm and friendly
handshake
– Use a confident voice
– Have an opening line ready
– Be professional
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7. Communication and Relationship
Issues (Cont.)
• Communication Clearly
–Try to use simple language to reduce the
risk of misunderstanding
–Speak slowly and clearly
–Be proactive to avoid miscommunication
–Ask questions for clarification
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7. Communication and Relationship
Issues (Cont.)
• Show Respect
–Listen without interruption
–Do not use an arrogant or condescending
tone
–Recognize any contributions that they make
–Be accommodating
–Be polite, friendly and welcoming
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7. Communication and Relationship
Issues (Cont.)
• Create Rapport
–Putting a person at ease and making a real
connection
–Use body language, eye contact and smile
–Being non-judgmentally entering a person’s
world
–Asking questions to gather information
–Let your counterpart do most of the talking
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7. Communication and Relationship
Issues (Cont.)
• Pay Attention to Non-Verbal Communication
–Learn to read the body language and facial
expressions
–Be aware of non-verbal signals you are
sending to others
–Keep your halo polished and gleaming
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7. Communication and Relationship
Issues (Cont.)
• Substantive and Personality Issues
–Keep personality issues separate from
substitutive ones
–Say no to the request, not to the person
–Give reasons, not excuses
–Avoid negative words and characterizations
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7. Communication and Relationship
Issues (Cont.)
• Develop Trust
–Be honest: keep your words maintain a
reputation for truthfulness.
–Be transparent: be open and above board
–Be consistent: have a clear set of values
–Value the relationship: valued partner than
the outcome of your negotiation
–Be trusting: show them your trust
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7. Communication and Relationship
Issues (Cont.)
• Sharing Information
–Sharing information about interests and
other areas increase the likelihood of a win-
win.
–Let the information flow more freely
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8. Emotions in Negotiation
• Emotions are always present in human
activity, including negotiation.
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• Tip: I cannot
avoid my
emotions, but I
can manage
them
8. Emotions in Negotiation (Cont.)
• The language of Emotion
– Think and speak in collaborative terms of ‘we’ and ‘us’
rather than adversarial terms of ‘me’ and ‘you’.
– Your asking price is too high VS I feel that your asking
price is too high
– Avoid using words that suggest other party is wrong
• Don’t rush me VS I’d like some time to think about it
– Speak in term of feelings and opinions rather than
judgments
• Your offer is unreasonably low VS I feel your offer of a three
percent increase is inadequate in light of current industry trends
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8. Emotions in Negotiation (Cont.)
• Common Emotions in
Negotiation
– Anger is often a sign of
weakness. True strength
consists of controlling our
anger and channeling it in
appropriate manner.
– Do not attempt to reason
with an angry counterpart.
Wait until the emotion
subsides.
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8. Emotions in Negotiation (Cont.)
• Fear (Encounter fear by being prepared)
– Fear of the Unknown
– Fear of Loss
– Fear of Failure
– Fear of Rejection
• Do not show fear. Wear your poker face.
Remember that much of negotiating power is
based on perception. It’s important to appear
confident and in control.
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8. Emotions in Negotiation (Cont.)
• Managing Expectations-making them happy
– Life is not Fair, but people can chose to be Fair.
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8. Emotions in Negotiation (Cont.)
• Win-win negotiators understand how
emotional and irrational people can be when
they feel they are not being treated fairly.
• They also know that people demand respect.
• Consequently, they take pains to be fair and
show respect throughout the negotiation.
• They also make sure the negotiation process
itself is fair and impartial.
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8. Emotions in Negotiation (Cont.)
• Biases
– We tend to have certain biases when we apportion
credit and blame.
• Ex. I achieved a good result because I worked hard, I
prepared, I am a great negotiator, I deserved it.
• Ex. They got lucky, they deceived me, the economy worked
against me, there was nothing I could do about it.
– A win-win negotiator tries to be objective and open to
possibilities.
• Ex. She will still be biased, but she will be more willing to
accept that she has fault and make mistakes.
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9. Wrapping Up: Implementation and
Post-Negotiation Matters
• Memoranda and draft agreements
– It’s important to take careful notes throughout
the negotiation.
– People forget things
– Draft any written contract yourself
– If your counterpart wish to write the contract,
read it over carefully
– Do not focus only on the red pencilled changes
when comparing drafts, check all subsequent
revisions as carefully as the first draft.
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9. Wrapping Up: Implementation and
Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.)
• Implementing the agreement
“Agreements don’t implement themselves. People
implement agreements. And people sometimes
misunderstand, forget, or fail to follow through”
• Any written contract should make clear the ‘who’,
‘what’, ‘when’, ‘where’, and ‘how’ of the
agreement. If there is only an oral agreement, your
notes or memos should reflect the parties’
understanding. Follow up to make sure both parties are
doing what they agreed to do.
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9. Wrapping Up: Implementation and
Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.)
• It is wise to draft an agreement before you begin
negotiating. At the very least, ask yourself:
– What will the final agreement look like?
– What possible obstacles might arise? Potential
misunderstandings?
– How might you avoid them?
– How can you help your counterpart ‘sell’ the agreement
to his constituents?
– How will the agreement be monitored?
To avoid problems later, make sure the final agreement
provides detailed answers to the questions above. At the
very least, assign the follow- up work to a particular person
who will be held accountable.
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9. Wrapping Up: Implementation and
Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.)
• A nibble is a last-minute attempt by one party
to grab an extra concession from his
counterpart.
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9. Wrapping Up: Implementation and
Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.)
• There are also several a counter-tactic to the
nibble:
– You might make it contingent
– You can defer to higher authority
– If you are in a business where you get the same
kind of nibble all the time, put a price on it
– You can appeal to fairness
– You can let the nibbler know you’re onto his
game. Be very careful with this, you don’t want to
cause the nibbler to lose face when exposing him
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9. Wrapping Up: Implementation and
Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.)
• Post-settlement settlements
–A post-settlement settlement (PSS) is a
settlement that is agreed to after the
parties reach their initial agreement.
–It is not a second, unrelated agreement, but
rather an improved version of the first
agreement.
–It allows you to leverage on your success
and do even better.
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9. Wrapping Up: Implementation and
Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.)
• Three methods of dispute resolution:
–Litigation
–Mediation
–Arbitration
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10. More Win-Win Negotiating
Wisdom
• Framing Issues
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10. More Win-Win Negotiating
Wisdom (Cont.)
• Make it easy for them to say "Yes”
• You're not just negotiating with him
• Negotiating by telephone or email
• Concessions
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10. More Win-Win Negotiating
Wisdom (Cont.)
• Ultimatums
- Successful bluff
- Failed bluff
- Successful ultimatum
- Failed Ultimatum
• Dealing with an Impasse
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10. More Win-Win Negotiating
Wisdom (Cont.)
• Five Negative Negotiating Behaviors:
– Personal Attacks
– Too many arguments
– Abrasive Comments
– Overconfidence
– Losing focus
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Thank for your attention!!
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Win Win Negotiation Training

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    Win-Win Negotiation Training Submittedto: Prof. Eng Kimsan Prepared by: Ms. May Sereykanika Ms. Keo Yalin Ms. Chea Mary Ms. Ros Borasana Ms. Ul Soklang 1 saklviTüal½ybBaØasa®sþkm<úCa Paññásástra University of Cambodia
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    Training Objectives 1. Introductionto Win Win Negotiation 2. The Win Win Mindset 3. Negotiating Tactics and Counter-Tactics 4. Positions, Interests, Currencies and Options 5. Developing and Using Your Plan B 6. Negotiating Power 7. Communication and Relationship Issues 8. Emotions in Negotiation 9. Implementation the agreement and dispute resolution 10. More Win-Win Negotiating Wisdom 2
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    1. Introduction toWin-Win Negotiation • What it Negotiation? –Negotiation is a way of satisfying your interest, of getting what you need or want. –We negotiate because we want something that we cannot get on our own. 3
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    1. Introduction toWin-Win Negotiation (Cont.) • Possible Outcomes –Win-Lose –Lose-Lose –Partial Win-Partial Lose –Win-Win 4
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    1. Introduction toWin-Win Negotiation (Cont.) • Negotiation Process: – Preparation • Know thyself • Once you’ve determined what you want • You will often find that you have multiple interests • Assess what resources you have, what you bring to the table • What strategies and tactics might you employ in the negotiation? • Know the other party • Anticipate your counterpart’s negotiating style • Formulate some options • Know the environment • Are there any relevant changes or trends in your respective industries? 5
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    1. Introduction toWin-Win Negotiation (Cont.) –Bargaining –Timing Issues • Most progress in a negotiation occurs at the deadline approaches –Venue and Seating • Venue: neutral territory such as a restaurant or hotel conference room • Seating: round table 6
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    1. Introduction toWin-Win Negotiation (Cont.) – Setting the Agenda • Develop an agenda before you sit down with your counterpart • You should create the agenda yourself • Keep in mind that it may have been crafted to afford their advantage – Should you bring a team • It’s a good idea to bring a team or at least on other person • Tow (or more) heads are better than one • Do not bring your whole team 7
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    2. The Win-WinMindset • Two Dimensions – Assertiveness: is the ability to communicate your interests clearly and directly. It is the ability to stand up for yourself without stepping on anyone else’s toes. They also accept standards of fairness and recognize the rights and interests of others. – People Orientation: denotes a sensitivity to the needs and feelings of others. Those with a high people orientation are generally sociable and likeable. They are people driven rather than task driven. 8
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    2. The Win-WinMindset (Cont.) • Five Styles of Negotiating 9
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    2. The Win-WinMindset (Cont.) • Five Styles of Negotiating: – Avoiding: • Avoids confrontation, controversy, tense situations • Avoids discussing issues, concerns • Puts off negotiating whenever possible – Accommodating: • Focuses on the other party’s concerns more than our own • Helps the other party at his own expense • Tries to win approval by pleasing the other party • Follows the other party’s lead • Emphasizes areas of agreement 10
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    2. The Win-WinMindset (Cont.) • Five Styles of Negotiating: – Competing: • Uses power to effect a more favorable outcome • Exploits the other party’s weaknesses • Wears the other party down until he gives in • May use threats, manipulation, dishonesty, and hardball tactics – Compromising: • Splits the difference • Believes in quid pro quo, give and take • Seeks a solution in the middle of the range 11
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    2. The Win-WinMindset (Cont.) • Five Styles of Negotiating: – Collaborating: • Deals openly and communicates effectively • Builds trust • Listens to the other party • Exchanges ideas and information • Seeks creative solutions • Strives to create value • Sees negotiating as an exercise in joint problem solving 12
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    2. The Win-WinMindset (Cont.) • Five Characteristics of WIN-WIN Negotiators 13
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    3. Negotiating Tacticsand Counter- Tactics • Why do we need tactics? – You are learning to become a win-win negotiator • Initial Offers and Counter Offers – No one expects a first offer to be a best offer – Even if you are delighted with their first offer, express some reluctance. Your counterpart will feel better 14
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    3. Negotiating Tacticsand Counter- Tactics (Cont.) • Who go first? – Approach #1: Let the other party make the initial offer whenever possible • Your counterpart’s initial offer might be more favorable than you expected • You learn something when your counterpart makes the first offer – Approach #2: Make the initial offer by yourself • The initial offer is a powerful anchor. • Your initial offer should be at the high end of your aspiration range and within your counterpart’s acceptable range. 15
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    3. Negotiating Tacticsand Counter- Tactics (Cont.) • Tips for making offers and counter offers – Do not appear too eager for a deal – Do not get emotional about the subject of the negotiation – Do not make a counter offer too quickly – Give reasons when making a counter offer – Be prepared for any response and control your reaction – Get offers and counter offers in writing 16
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    3. Negotiating Tacticsand Counter- Tactics (Cont.) • Anchor Points – The first offer in a negotiation and the ensuing counter offer serve as Anchor Points. – Anchor Points determine the negotiation range and influence the settlement price 17
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    3. Negotiating Tacticsand Counter- Tactics (Cont.) 18
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    4. Positions, Interests,Currencies and Options • Position VS Interest –Positions are the demands and offers made by the parties in a negotiation. –Interests are what the parties consider most important to them, what they truly need, or why they want it. 19
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    4. Positions, Interests,Currencies and Options (Cont.) 20 POSITION: What I say I want INTEREST: What I really need
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    4. Positions, Interests,Currencies and Options (Cont.) • How to Identify Interests? –Prioritizing interests –Sharing information about interests –List your currencies –We don’t always want the same things 21
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    4. Positions, Interests,Currencies and Options (Cont.) 22
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    4. Positions, Interests,Currencies and Options (Cont.) • Creating Value from Differences To identify items that may be valued differently by the parties, here are some things to consider: – Perceptions – Risk – Combining similar resources and skills to achieve economies of scale – Combining different resources and skills to accomplish together what neither could do alone 23
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    4. Positions, Interests,Currencies and Options (Cont.) • Option is a possible solution to a negotiation. It is one of a range of possible sets of currencies. – Most negotiators begin with three options in mind: • The best deal I can get • The worst deal I will accept • The most likely agreement I believe we can reach • Start generating options by listing and prioritizing your interests, then listing all of your currencies. List your counterpart’s interests and currencies as best you can. Remember, options are possible solutions to your negotiation. Currencies determine your options. 24
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    4. Positions, Interests,Currencies and Options (Cont.) • Creating Options from Currencies – First understand what you really want. – Next, try to anticipate what your counterpart wants. – Finally, combine these currencies into a range of packages, or options. The more interests and options you have on the table, the greater the chance of a win-win agreement. • Option 1: Party A offers currencies A, B, C. Party B offers currencies X, Y, Z • Option 2: Party A offers currencies A, D, F. Party B offers currencies V, Y, Z • Option 3: Party A offers currencies A, D, E. Party B offers currencies W, X, Y, Z Any option (set of currencies) is a potential solution. 25
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    5. Developing andUsing Your Plan B • Always Have Plan B – Option: is a possible solution to a negotiation – Alternative: getting what you need and exist outside of the negotiation. • The power of a strong Plan B – Your Plan B gives you confidence. – Your Plan B is a benchmark. – Your Plan B must be realistic. – Your Plan B can be improved. 26
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    5. Developing andUsing Your Plan B (Cont.) • The Danger of Bottom Line –Negotiators usually decide upon the ‘worst’ deal they are willing to accept before they begin negotiating –A bottom line is an arbitrary position that may not meaningful, plan B is always a better • Developing your Plan B –Focus on your key interest 27
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    5. Developing andUsing Your Plan B (Cont.) • What is their Plan B? –Put yourself in his shoes and determine your counterpart best alternative • Diminishing their Plan B –Plan B can be improved but usually appear less attractive • Walking away –No deal at all is better than a bad deal 28
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    6. Negotiating Power •People in negotiation workshops lament that they feel powerless compared to the people they negotiate with. 29
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    6. Negotiating Power(Cont.) • Legitimate Power: Refers to power associated with a positions. • Expertise: a person who possesses extraordinary skill or knowledge in a particular area. • Information: Another source of negotiating power and counterpart, subject of the negotiations and respective industries, the more power that you have .
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    6. Negotiating Power(Cont.) • Reward and punishment: We negotiate with someone because we have believe he is in a position to help us or hurt us. • Competitions: Another form of negotiating power. If you have ever bid on a government project. We will know how powerful competition can be.
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    6. Negotiating Power(Cont.) • Your Plan B: A form of competition. It gives you confidence and guarantees that you will end up better off than you were beginning of your negotiation. • Precedent: A court of law will nearly follow precedent when handing down a judgment and the practices of following previous outcome in similar cases.
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    6. Negotiating Power(Cont.) • Commitment: Well prepare for negotiation, get the commitment of others on your team. • Investment: People don’t like to lose( money, waste time or invest effort without gain). • Persistence: When you were a toddler you were eager to walk about like everyone else imagine if you had quit trying to walk the first time you fell down. 33
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    6. Negotiating Power(Cont.) Attitude: wonderful source of power. And if your attitude is not ideal. 1. Ask for more than expect 2. Approach the negotiation as a problem to be resolved in collaboration. 3. Be willing to take calculated risks 4. Be persistent. Don’t give up! 5. Treat the negotiation as a game. 6. Appreciate the power of time. 7. Remember that you can walk away, if necessary. 34
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    6. Negotiating Power(Cont.) Persuasiveness: Power of persuasion is a boon to any negotiator. 35 Credibility Logic Emotion
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    6. Negotiating Power(Cont.) • People skills: Having good people skill is a source of power for a win win negotiator( Communicate clearly and smoothly) • We will look more closely at the people skills in the next chapter. 36
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    7. Communication andRelationship Issues • The Window of Opportunity – Make a grand entrance – Look like a winner – Make the first move – Use a firm and friendly handshake – Use a confident voice – Have an opening line ready – Be professional 37
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    7. Communication andRelationship Issues (Cont.) • Communication Clearly –Try to use simple language to reduce the risk of misunderstanding –Speak slowly and clearly –Be proactive to avoid miscommunication –Ask questions for clarification 38
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    7. Communication andRelationship Issues (Cont.) • Show Respect –Listen without interruption –Do not use an arrogant or condescending tone –Recognize any contributions that they make –Be accommodating –Be polite, friendly and welcoming 39
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    7. Communication andRelationship Issues (Cont.) • Create Rapport –Putting a person at ease and making a real connection –Use body language, eye contact and smile –Being non-judgmentally entering a person’s world –Asking questions to gather information –Let your counterpart do most of the talking 40
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    7. Communication andRelationship Issues (Cont.) • Pay Attention to Non-Verbal Communication –Learn to read the body language and facial expressions –Be aware of non-verbal signals you are sending to others –Keep your halo polished and gleaming 41
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    7. Communication andRelationship Issues (Cont.) • Substantive and Personality Issues –Keep personality issues separate from substitutive ones –Say no to the request, not to the person –Give reasons, not excuses –Avoid negative words and characterizations 42
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    7. Communication andRelationship Issues (Cont.) • Develop Trust –Be honest: keep your words maintain a reputation for truthfulness. –Be transparent: be open and above board –Be consistent: have a clear set of values –Value the relationship: valued partner than the outcome of your negotiation –Be trusting: show them your trust 43
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    7. Communication andRelationship Issues (Cont.) • Sharing Information –Sharing information about interests and other areas increase the likelihood of a win- win. –Let the information flow more freely 44
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    8. Emotions inNegotiation • Emotions are always present in human activity, including negotiation. 45 • Tip: I cannot avoid my emotions, but I can manage them
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    8. Emotions inNegotiation (Cont.) • The language of Emotion – Think and speak in collaborative terms of ‘we’ and ‘us’ rather than adversarial terms of ‘me’ and ‘you’. – Your asking price is too high VS I feel that your asking price is too high – Avoid using words that suggest other party is wrong • Don’t rush me VS I’d like some time to think about it – Speak in term of feelings and opinions rather than judgments • Your offer is unreasonably low VS I feel your offer of a three percent increase is inadequate in light of current industry trends 46
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    8. Emotions inNegotiation (Cont.) • Common Emotions in Negotiation – Anger is often a sign of weakness. True strength consists of controlling our anger and channeling it in appropriate manner. – Do not attempt to reason with an angry counterpart. Wait until the emotion subsides. 47
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    8. Emotions inNegotiation (Cont.) • Fear (Encounter fear by being prepared) – Fear of the Unknown – Fear of Loss – Fear of Failure – Fear of Rejection • Do not show fear. Wear your poker face. Remember that much of negotiating power is based on perception. It’s important to appear confident and in control. 48
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    8. Emotions inNegotiation (Cont.) • Managing Expectations-making them happy – Life is not Fair, but people can chose to be Fair. 49
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    8. Emotions inNegotiation (Cont.) • Win-win negotiators understand how emotional and irrational people can be when they feel they are not being treated fairly. • They also know that people demand respect. • Consequently, they take pains to be fair and show respect throughout the negotiation. • They also make sure the negotiation process itself is fair and impartial. 50
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    8. Emotions inNegotiation (Cont.) • Biases – We tend to have certain biases when we apportion credit and blame. • Ex. I achieved a good result because I worked hard, I prepared, I am a great negotiator, I deserved it. • Ex. They got lucky, they deceived me, the economy worked against me, there was nothing I could do about it. – A win-win negotiator tries to be objective and open to possibilities. • Ex. She will still be biased, but she will be more willing to accept that she has fault and make mistakes. 51
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    9. Wrapping Up:Implementation and Post-Negotiation Matters • Memoranda and draft agreements – It’s important to take careful notes throughout the negotiation. – People forget things – Draft any written contract yourself – If your counterpart wish to write the contract, read it over carefully – Do not focus only on the red pencilled changes when comparing drafts, check all subsequent revisions as carefully as the first draft. 52
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    9. Wrapping Up:Implementation and Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.) • Implementing the agreement “Agreements don’t implement themselves. People implement agreements. And people sometimes misunderstand, forget, or fail to follow through” • Any written contract should make clear the ‘who’, ‘what’, ‘when’, ‘where’, and ‘how’ of the agreement. If there is only an oral agreement, your notes or memos should reflect the parties’ understanding. Follow up to make sure both parties are doing what they agreed to do. 53
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    9. Wrapping Up:Implementation and Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.) • It is wise to draft an agreement before you begin negotiating. At the very least, ask yourself: – What will the final agreement look like? – What possible obstacles might arise? Potential misunderstandings? – How might you avoid them? – How can you help your counterpart ‘sell’ the agreement to his constituents? – How will the agreement be monitored? To avoid problems later, make sure the final agreement provides detailed answers to the questions above. At the very least, assign the follow- up work to a particular person who will be held accountable. 54
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    9. Wrapping Up:Implementation and Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.) • A nibble is a last-minute attempt by one party to grab an extra concession from his counterpart. 55
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    9. Wrapping Up:Implementation and Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.) • There are also several a counter-tactic to the nibble: – You might make it contingent – You can defer to higher authority – If you are in a business where you get the same kind of nibble all the time, put a price on it – You can appeal to fairness – You can let the nibbler know you’re onto his game. Be very careful with this, you don’t want to cause the nibbler to lose face when exposing him 56
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    9. Wrapping Up:Implementation and Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.) • Post-settlement settlements –A post-settlement settlement (PSS) is a settlement that is agreed to after the parties reach their initial agreement. –It is not a second, unrelated agreement, but rather an improved version of the first agreement. –It allows you to leverage on your success and do even better. 57
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    9. Wrapping Up:Implementation and Post-Negotiation Matters (Cont.) • Three methods of dispute resolution: –Litigation –Mediation –Arbitration 58
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    10. More Win-WinNegotiating Wisdom • Framing Issues 59
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    10. More Win-WinNegotiating Wisdom (Cont.) • Make it easy for them to say "Yes” • You're not just negotiating with him • Negotiating by telephone or email • Concessions 60
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    10. More Win-WinNegotiating Wisdom (Cont.) • Ultimatums - Successful bluff - Failed bluff - Successful ultimatum - Failed Ultimatum • Dealing with an Impasse 61
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    10. More Win-WinNegotiating Wisdom (Cont.) • Five Negative Negotiating Behaviors: – Personal Attacks – Too many arguments – Abrasive Comments – Overconfidence – Losing focus 62
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Editor's Notes

  • #31 Information: -Derived from the negotiator’s ability to assemble and organize data to support his or her position, arguments, or desired outcomes. -A tool to challenge the other party’s position or desired outcomes, or to undermine the effectiveness of the other’s negotiating arguments.
  • #60 Framing issues thoughtfully. Influence the way others interpret and respond to situations. Two people can look at the same situation and differently.
  • #61 Make is easy for them to say "Yes” We can craft our proposal so our counterpart will want to say ”Yes” Try to understand what you wants, bearing in mind that you may not want that same things you want. Most negotiators focus on the person sitting across the table from them( words, approach negotiation's style, individual characteristics) Concessions Every negotiation require concessions before you can reach an agreement. It is your moderate your position to move closer to your counterpart. Pattern of concessions will send important signal to my counterpart and influence his reposes. Negotiation progresses sparingly, and always ask for something in return for every concession you give. Negotiate face to face is more formal but fosters better communication and understanding. If negotiate by telephone or email informal and everything cannot justification on any problems, so it will be inconvenience of communication.
  • #63 Personal Attacks Avoid personal attacks, abrasive language, and other negative behaviors. Negotiations can get intense. Long hours, incompatible demands, unmet expectations, personality and cultural clashes, and lack of progress can frustrate the participants. Too many Arguments One solid argument is more effective than numerous weaker ones. Most negotiators offer as many arguments as they can think of to support their position. Advance one or two strong arguments in support of their proposal, rather than a multitude of weaker arguments. Abrasive Comments Think about the ways in which your counterpart can take your comments. Do not use language that may be insulting, such as: “That’s ridiculous!” “Are you out of your mind?” “Don’t be such a cheapskate.” Overconfidence : Overestimating the strength of your position ,mind to new information and options. Be prepared to change your assumptions, strategy, and even your expectations in light of new developments. Losing focus: Preparing to negotiate. Refer to it when you feel pressure. Refer to your Plan B and refocus on your objective.