This two-day course is the first step in getting the RENE Designation and is an interactive experience designed to help negotiators elevate their game in a changing market. It examines all types of negotiation formats and methods so that today’s negotiators can play the game to win. A full spectrum of tips, tools, techniques and advantages will be provided so that negotiators can provide effective results for their clients.

The second day of the course focuses on real-world field scenarios to help negotiators apply the power tools, techniques and tactics learned on the first day. Understanding the tactics and techniques is one thing, but learning how to recognize them and use them effectively requires practice. These field scenarios provide the foundational experience and practice negotiators need to master so they can effectively advocate for their clients.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the basic types of negotiations, the phases of negotiations, and the skills needed for successful negotiating
• Understand and apply the basic negotiating concepts: WATNA, BATNA, WAP, and ZOPA
• Recognize patterns and tactics being utilized
• Know how to adjust communication style to achieve optimum results with any party in the transaction
• Effectively negotiate face-to-face, on the phone, through e-mail, text, and live virtually
• Be able to lay the groundwork for a negotiation
• Identify what information to share and what to keep to yourself
• Understand the basic bargaining techniques
• Apply strategies for identifying mutual gain
• Understand how to reach a consensus and set the terms of the agreement
• Be prepared to secure the best possible outcome for your client and protect their interests