I believe that negotiation is the most complex social situation of all. I also believe that an ability to handle complex social situations with ease is a great boost to self confidence. Furthermore, If you are a good negotiator, whether or not you are dealing with another person who is skilled at negotiation, you will get exactly what you want out of the deal. Developing your negotiation skills sounds like an excellent idea, so it surprises me that so many people refuse to negotiate.
Refusing to negotiate
A common misapprehension is that entering into negotiation will put one in a position of vulnerability. “This is non-negotiable” sounds like a very strong and determined statement, but how powerful is it really?
