PS 3363 Exam 1 Flashcards
List the five countries mentioned with negotiation approaches.
- Chinese
- Japanese
- French
- Mid - East
- From around the world
List the approaches from the Chinese
- Chinese: Quanxi,
- Precision in words,
- consistency of purpose
List the approaches from the Japanese
- Japanese: considered response and respectful silence,
- seeking heavenly approval (KAN), t
- time is money (Japanese style)
List the approaches from the French
- agree in principle, then negotiate details
- Give nothing without getting something in return (Quid-pro-quo)
List the approaches from the Mid East
- Make negotiations fun
Approaches from around the world
Words have a strange way of changing meaning from culture to culture
When a negotiator feels outnumbered, what happens?
They feel intimidated
Does setting good targets have a positive outcome?
yes
Should you anticipate resistance?
yes, because you can prepare for it beforehand
What are SMART targets?
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Relevant
Time
What is the iceberg theory?
The tip of the iceberg represents the obvious needs/wants of the buyer. But underneath the surface of the water, is the rest of the iceberg. Which represents their unseen/unspoken needs.
14 Rules of Negotiating
- Pick the best place and time to negotiate
- What is our next choice if this negotiation fails?
- Be stingy with concessions and leave room to negotiate
- If you are the buyer, don’t give the seller a quick counteroffer
- Don’t say yes too quickly
- Buyers should get cost breakdowns. Sellers should not give them.
- Don’t make the first major concession
- Watch your concessions as deadlines approach - big mistakes are made
- SHUT UP
- Be skeptical
- Stop hoping for the best
- Watch out for funny money
- Do’s and Don’ts if you have to compromise
- Be a super-winner. you can always find a better deal for both parties.
What does it mean to lose face?
when respect is lost
What is the most important factor in determining the outcome?
POWER. The ability to control resources and benefits
what is the most important principle?
ALWAYS be a super winner.