099 Winning Negotiation - Molly Fletcher

Negotiation, Relationships, Success, Business, Sports   Summary   It’s one simple statement, and a follow-up question, delivered respectfully, that can help you powerfully negotiate on a product or service. We’ll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment: she was one of the top sports agents in the country, and Molly Fletcher will share with us some of her most powerful negotiating principles. That and more on today’s show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We’ll explore:   Why people will often make decisions not even in their best interest if they feel insulted. Two rude and counter-productive ways of saying “no” to a sale. How to pleasantly turn down an offer while still allowing the salesperson to “save face” and understand that they need to come back with a better offer. Interview with Molly Fletcher   You’ll discover:   What people really mean when they say, “I’m not a good negotiator.” Molly’s advice for improving your negotiating skills. Why it’s imperative to understand what the client really wants. The importance of defining what success looks like for you. Why clarity is so important in the negotiation process. 360-degree awareness in your negotiation process, and how to practice it. What it means to “set the stage” in negotiation. Three questions the other person is always asking. How Molly landed a new client as a young agent by finding common ground. The story of three sets of braces for Molly’s daughters. Click to Tweet   Why is clarity so important in #negotiation? @MollyFletcher reveals the answer on this episode. You’d better be better than your problems. ~Tom Izzo via @MollyFletcher #negotiation Three questions the other person is always asking: 1. Do I like you? 2. Can you help me? 3. Do I trust you? @MollyFletcher #negotiation   Interview Links   MollyFletcher.comA Winner’s Guide to Negotiation: How Conversations Get Deals Done by Molly Fletcher The Business of Being The Best by Molly Fletcher Fearless at Work by Molly Fletcher Molly’s BlogMolly’s “Game Changers” Podcast Book Molly to SpeakMolly’s Newsletter Connect with Molly on LinkedIn Connect with Molly on Facebook Follow Molly on Twitter Follow Molly on Instagram Molly’s YouTube channelResources   Sell The Go-Giver Way Audio Program GoGiverSalesAcademy.com The Go-Giver Leader TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com How to Post a Review