At some point in your life you will have to deal with a difficult person. It may be when you least expect it or when you’ve been warned far in advance. Regardless of the situation, following the N.I.C.E. system can help you handle a difficult person without becoming one of them. N—Neutralize your emotions. Dealing […]
A little while back, a member of SNI purchased a new condo. The market in this particular area had continued to be hot through the recession and as a result it was very likely there were going to be multiple offers on the property. While most potential bidders tried to take advantage of time with
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Preparation is vital in any negotiation. We say it all the time, but we wouldn’t say it if it wasn’t true. If you don’t prepare, you’re missing out on the opportunity to be in control of the negotiation. If you have prepared for all the possible scenarios, you will have the confidence to negotiate the
When actors like Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro are filming a scene for a movie, they become entrenched in the script. They go over it forwards, backwards, and sideways to get into the character and deliver their lines with power and emotion. Hollywood, however, isn’t the only place that scripts come in handy. When
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One of the keys to successfully negotiating any deal is letting the other side go first. It gives you a parameter to work from and provides insight as to what the other side is thinking. Letting them go first gives you the upper hand so you can negotiate better. But how exactly do you get the other
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We recently spoke with one of the longest tenured employees at Shapiro Negotiations Institute, Sharon Sudduth. She shared with us some of the changes SNI has undergone over the years as well as a new initiative she has been involved with. How long have you been at SNI and how is the company different now
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When a person is under pressure or in a difficult situation, their emotions can start to get the best of them. Even the best solution to their problem may be missed because they are so caught up in the situation. The best way to deal with this situation is to downshift emotions as much as
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Mark Jankowski Co-Founded the Shapiro Negotiations Institute in 1995. He has been an invaluable asset to the organization over the last 17 years, but he will soon be moving on to pursue other endeavors. A couple days ago we were able to talk to Mark about his time at SNI. How would you describe your
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In a recent article published in the Philadelphia Business Journal, Craig Ey tells a story about Ron Shapiro. In this story, we see that Ron Shapiro’s success has been built off a foundation of respect and kindness. To read the article, click the link below. Respect, Kindness and Success
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Our chairman, Ron Shapiro, recently traveled to Arizona and Florida to check in on some of his clients during Major League Baseball’s Spring Training. While he did catch a few innings, most of his time was spent building and strengthening relationships. It just goes to show that the game is important, but the relationships made
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