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Growing a Business

7 Ways to Be a Better Negotiator

Asking for more scares many people into worrying they'll end up with less but there are effective ways to make your case.

Leadership

5 Tried and True Ways to Calm Down a Difficult Client

You can't make everyone happy all the time but you can always listen and offer solutions.

Business Process

This Sales Secret Can Help You Conquer Aggressive Negotiators

The next time you encounter a buyer or seller who strongly insists on a certain point, pick at it and take advantage.

Business News

Amazon Buries the Hachette, Signs New Pact With Book Publisher

The online retailer and book publisher have ended months of contentious negotiations with a new multiyear agreement.

Growing a Business

GE's Beth Comstock: Here's How I Sell An Idea

You put it out there, but then you have to be prepared to defend your brilliant idea.

Leadership

4 Blunders That Can Damage Your Executive Presence

Whether you're leading a team or climbing the corporate ladder, prepare yourself so you don't make these mistakes.

Social Media

YouTube Paying Millions to Keep Its Biggest Stars From Looking Elsewhere

The site's most popular stars are being paid to produce new content as other channels seek to court them.

Growing a Business

Murphy's Law (Or Worse) Can Derail Your Business Pitch. Anticipate the Unexpected.

It's not always possible to bring a valued partner along to a presentation but it can better the odds at success.

Buying / Investing in Business

Consider Control and Voting Rights When Making Venture Capital Deals

Investors want to protect their stake, entrepreneurs want to keep control. There is room to negotiate.

Growing a Business

How a Warm Drink and a Hard Chair Can Improve Negotiating

We respond to different physical sensations. Knowing this can make you a killer at the bargaining table.

Business News

How to Negotiate a Better Deal on Enterprise Software

The best deal may or may not be the cheapest price. Know your needs and your vendor thoroughly, then negotiate value first, price next.

Leadership

Negotiate With Finesse, Style and Success

A guide to practicing the art of give-and-take while boldly asking for what you truly want in four steps.

Business News

Report: As Negotiations Falter, Amazon Takes Aim at Publishing Giant Hachette

Browsing for works by Malcolm Gladwell or JD Salinger on Amazon? The online giant would prefer you purchase something else instead.

Leadership

Why 'No' is the Most Important Word You'll Ever Say

Before you take on any more responsibilities, here are some guidelines to consider.

Growing a Business

5 Negotiation Tactics You Can Learn From Kids

There's a reason why kids eat their vegetables, and you can apply it to business.