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Jun 2021
49m 2s

How to Negotiate like a Pro

KISON PATEL
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Mladen Kresic, Founder and CEO of K&R Negotiation Associates LLC

Do you want to learn how to negotiate like a pro? I recently had a chat with Mladen Kresic, Founder and CEO of K&R Negotiation Associates LLC, and he shared a lot when it comes to negotiating effectively. Here's what you'll learn about:

- Breaking Down Value-Based Negotiations

- Macro and Micro Agenda of Negotiations

- Tools to Become a Better Negotiator

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