Anyone consider themselves a good negotiator? What strategies do you use?

[jeff7b9]

Negotiations are all about leverage.

If you don't have it, you could be "the best negotiator in the world' and it won't mean shit.

 

[BroScienceTalkatWork]

Ask for the raise, with no extra responsibilities. If and when they say no, push back a little, tell them how much of a performer you are. At this point you can acquiesce a little and offer to pick up some more responsibility for the raise. Make sure they know you're serious about wanting a raise, embellish a little. If they still say no, secure an offer from another company and start playing hardball. Make sure they know that you will walk if you have to.

This is pretty much what's happening.

 

[Gigacardio]

I sell my body to the person I'm negotiating with (sorry, I couldn't help myself).

 

[Michaelangelo]

My boss has told my co-worker (a friend) that I have all the cards.

why isn’t your boss giving you a raise? If he acknowledges your performance, seems strange to not compensate you.

What is the wage for this position, $40/hr or so?
I’d find another job and use that for actual leverage. Tbh don’t think Costco will match a better offer.

 

[William Huggins]

Executive fluffer.

 

[Xuh]

 

[fingercuffs]

I do it for a living. I negotiate deals, prices, close deals, give presentations, etc.

1. Be educated and confident.
2. Listen. Adress hot buttons, needs and wants.
3. Ask Questions. With those questions build value. "So If I hear you correctly, you see the value in......"
4. Close without hesitation by telling them what you want with facts and opinions mixed in. Always leave room for wiggle.

Sarbaines Oxley and Y2K were a dream for me. I was to a few customers their sole IT supplier who got them up to code.

I did scare the fuck out of Eidos with Sarbaines over lunch though, they started looking into data protection and bought a shitton of new equipment.