Negotiation Framework Cheat Sheet

BATNA, value exchange, and concessions

Last Updated: November 21, 2025

Focus Areas

Focus
Document your BATNA and the counterpart's interests
Package offers with trade-offs and concessions

Commands & Queries

map interests vs value
Visualize shared gains
list concessions and their cost
Plan trade-offs
summarize agreements in writing
Capture the outcome

Summary

Negotiate with clarity on value, concessions, and walk-away conditions.

💡 Pro Tip: Lead with questions that reveal interests and keep the tone collaborative.
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