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Hard Bargaining Tactics – Seven Strategies to Deal with Negotiation Bullies
Written by Linda L. Barkacs, J.D. & Craig B. Barkacs, J.D./M.B.A. Many people believe that the art of negotiation is about learning how to outmaneuver…
Feb 9, 2022
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November 2021
Exploding Offers: Use or Diffuse?
Written by Linda L. Barkacs You have decided to look for a new job and have sent out numerous resumes. The good news is that you have several interviews…
Nov 9, 2021
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October 2021
Interests, Rights & Power: Three Approaches to Resolving Disputes
Author: Linda L. Barkacs & Craig B. Barkacs You’ve been attempting for hours to solve a conflict through negotiation and can’t seem to reach a…
Oct 10, 2021
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One Mantra for Effective Communication Skills
Remembering this simple principle can help prevent self-sabotage.
Oct 6, 2021
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September 2021
Negotiate Now!
How to Effectively Negotiate Your Salary
Sep 8, 2021
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July 2021
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Dear First Offer Subscribers! First and foremost - thanks for your patronage! We’ve been up and running with the newsletter since 1/1/21 and have…
Jul 24, 2021
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4 Ways to Improve Your Political Skill on the Path to Power
It’s time to put the theory behind political skill into practice.
Jul 22, 2021
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The Importance of First Offers (i.e., Anchors) in Negotiation
Written by Linda L. Barkacs We have all heard “on the street” advice about negotiation. One of the most repeated is “never make the first offer.” It’s…
Jul 5, 2021
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June 2021
7 Rules for Political Skill and Power in the Workplace
Zero political skill equals zero power or influence.
Jun 15, 2021
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May 2021
Lies and Liars: Why People Lie and How to Deal With It
Written by Linda L. Barkacs & Craig B. Barkacs In last month’s newsletter “The Downside of Bluffing (a.k.a. Lying),” we discussed six downsides to…
May 27, 2021
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Why You Don’t Have the Luxury of Ignoring Workplace Politics
Understanding the importance of political skill in organizational politics.
May 22, 2021
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April 2021
The Downside of Bluffing (a.k.a. Lying)
Linda L. Barkacs & Craig B. Barkacs Most people have been tempted to bluff at some time during negotiations. Perhaps they are looking to buy a new car…
Apr 29, 2021
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