Lesson 10: Customer Negotiation Flashcards

1
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What is negotiation?

A

Dialogue between two or more parties

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What is the intent of most negotiations?

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  1. Reach an understanding
  2. Resolves points of difference
  3. Gain advantage in the outcome of dialogue
  4. Craft outcomes to satisfy various interests
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What are some critical things to know when in negotiations?

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  1. Knowledge or information
  2. Time or deadline pressure
  3. Strength or power
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What are some things involved in negotiation in SE?

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  1. Pricing & deal-making
  2. Reaching agreement
  3. Resolving conflicts & issues
  4. Building long-terms relationship
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What are the different negotiation styles?

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  1. Competing
  2. Accommodating
  3. Avoiding style
  4. Collaborating
  5. Compromise
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Competing style

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-Known as “win-lose” approach
- Involves assertive & uncooperative behavior, often seeking personal advantage
- Characterized by aggressive & dominant behavior

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What are some advantages to the competing style?

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  • Can lead to quick decisions
  • Good for non-repeat situations
  • Enables self-protection
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What are some disadvantages to competing style?

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  • Damages relationships
    -Short term focus
  • Potential for retaliation
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Accommodating style

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-Characterized by extreme cooperation, sometimes neglecting the negotiator’s own needs

-Demands considerable flexibility & readiness to cater to the other party’s needs

  • Preferred by individuals prioritizing relationships above immediate negotiation results
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What are some advantages to the accommodating style?

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  • Relationship preservation
    -De-escalating conflicts
  • Long-term gains
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What are some disadvantages to the accommodating style?

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  • Personal sacrifice
    -Risk of exploitation
    -May lead to resentment
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Avoiding style

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-Involves steering clear of conflict or negotiation
-Typically used by those who perceive negotiation as unpleasant or detrimental
-Often characterized by postponing, ignoring, or sidestepping the issue

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What are some advantages to the avoiding style?

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  • Reduces stress
    -Buys time
    -Appropriate for trivial matters
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What are some disadvantages to the avoiding style?

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  • Unsolved issues
    -Missed opportunities
    -Can damage relationship
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Compromising style

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-Viewed as a “ middle ground” approach
- Involves give & take with both parties willing to make a concession
-Typically used when time is limited or as a temporary solution when parties have equal power & similar goals

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What are some advantages to the compromising style?

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-Quick resolution
- Fairness
- Maintains relationships

17
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What are some disadvantages to the compromising style?

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  1. May overlook better solutions
  2. Potential for exploitation
    - Risk of “splitting the difference”
18
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Collaborating style

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  • Known as the “win-win” approach
    -Involves cooperation to understand both parties’ needs & wants
    -Seeks solutions that fully satisfy the interacts of all parties
  • Encourages open communication, trust, & mutual respect
  • Often leads to innovative solutions
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What are some advantages to the collaborating style?

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  • High levels of satisfaction
  • Relationships building
    -Problem solving
20
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What are some disadvantages to the collaborating style?

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  • Time-consuming
    -Not suitable for all situations
    -Risk of manipulation
21
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What are the different negotiation strategies?

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  1. Anchoring
  2. Framing
  3. Mirroring
22
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Anchoring

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Setting a reference point or starting to influence the perception of value or price

23
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When should you use the Anchoring strategy?

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When initiating the negotiation or presenting an offer to shape the other party’s expectation & anchor them to a specific value

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Framing

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Presenting information or issues in a particular context or perspective to influence decision-making

25
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When should you use framing?

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When framing a proposal or presenting options to emphasize certain aspects or create a favorable perception of the options

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Mirroring

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Mirroring the behavior, body language, or communication style of the party to establish rapport & build trust

27
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When should you use mirroring?

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Seeking to establish a positive connection with the other party & foster a collaborative atmosphere

28
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What are the stages in the negotiation process?

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  1. Preparation (gathering & analyzing information)
  2. Interacting (exchanging demands & constraints)
  3. Clarifications of goals (understanding each party’s needs & wants)
  4. Negotiate win-win outcomes ( striving for mutually beneficial results)
  5. Agreement- (finalizing terms & conditions)
  6. Implementation (putting the agreed terms into action)
29
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Why is preparation important?

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-Reduces uncertainty
- Increases confidence
-Improves outcomes

30
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What are the steps involved in preparations?

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  1. Gather information
    2, Analyze conflict
  2. Set objectives
  3. Assess knowledge, power, deadlines
  4. Identify bottom line & BATNA
31
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What does BATNA mean?

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Best alternative to a negotiated agreement

32
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Interacting focuses on ____________ two way communication

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Dialogue

33
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What are the 3 basic skills used in interacting?

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  1. Active listening
  2. Tactful questioning
  3. Careful observing