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The Secret to Smart Negotiations Is Simply Empathy

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Many people, when they hear about hostage negotiations, shake their heads and say, “Why don’t they just shoot the guy?” When things go sideways, our first response is often to yell and argue versus discuss and negotiate. It comes down to what negotiators call “value creation.” Happy people are better negotiators.

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WeWork Accused of Dodging Millions in Rent

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. — which was due on January 1. In a recent court filing , as first reported by BisNow , the withholding of rent payments is being cited as a negotiation tactic used by WeWork to put pressure on landlords during lease negotiations — potentially violating U.S.

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WeWork Navigates Global Lease Terrain, Saves Billions Amidst US Challenges

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billion in future rent payments. However, WeWork’s lease negotiations in the U.S. remains far more uncertain, with approximately 200 U.S. locations tied to their bankruptcy case yet to be resolved. It’s reported that only around 3% of the company’s U.S. locations have secured new lease agreements.

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Annie Särnblad Wants to Teach You How to Read Facial Expressions—So You Can Get Ahead in Business

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She’s an expert in reading and decoding facial expressions and can tell what someone is thinking and feeling—oftentimes before that person has even processed an emotion. She leads workshops at conferences, is sought after by Fortune 500 companies and has facilitated high-level negotiations. Annie Särnblad knows what you’re thinking.

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The 6 Biggest Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 30s

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That keeping up with the Joneses can lead to expenses surpassing income—and the debt that comes with it. have maxed out their credit cards to cover expenses due to inflation. It’s about understanding the expenses that bring your family joy and spending money on [items] that are of a higher value to your family,” he observes.

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Everything You Need to Know About Emergency Funds

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If you’ve ever had to pull out a credit card to deal with a dentist or emergency vet bill, you likely know the pain of wondering how you’ll pay for an unexpected expense. An emergency fund is a safety net of money for unexpected expenses. Or maybe you unexpectedly lost your job and finding a new one is taking longer than expected.

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3 Keys to Earning and Increasing Capital as a Black Woman in Business

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Negotiating is essential for anyone starting or operating a business. Use these words during every negotiation session: “I appreciate all of your feedback.” Once you have their respect and trust , negotiations become much easier because people are willing to go above and beyond for those they care about.