Mastering Negotiation Skills

A 17-Day Transformation for Indian Professionals

Unlock the art and science of effective negotiation to advance your career, secure better deals, and transform professional relationships.

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Why This Course Matters

In the dynamic Indian business landscape, negotiation is not just a skill—it's a necessity. Whether you're closing a major deal, requesting a salary increase, or managing team expectations, your negotiation skills determine your success.

This course is specifically designed for Indian working professionals who want to enhance their negotiation capabilities in a culturally relevant context. Through practical examples drawn from Indian corporate scenarios, you'll learn techniques that work in our unique business environment.

From traditional bazaar bargaining wisdom to modern corporate negotiation strategies, this course bridges cultural insights with global best practices, giving you a competitive edge in any professional situation.

Course Overview

17-Day Format

One powerful negotiation concept each day, allowing you to absorb, practice, and master each technique before moving to the next. This spaced learning approach ensures better retention and application.

Practical & Interactive

Each module includes real-world examples, interactive exercises, role-play scenarios, and quizzes. Learn by doing, not just reading, with examples specific to Indian business contexts.

Comprehensive Curriculum

From fundamental concepts to advanced techniques, this course covers the entire spectrum of negotiation skills needed in today's competitive professional environment.

"In India's relationship-driven business culture, negotiation isn't just about the deal—it's about building lasting partnerships. This course teaches you how to navigate both the technical and cultural aspects of negotiation with confidence."

RP

Rajiv Patel

Senior Business Development Manager, Mumbai

Learning Objectives

By the end of this 17-day journey, you will:

  • Master fundamental and advanced negotiation techniques tailored to Indian business contexts
  • Develop emotional intelligence to recognize and respond to cultural cues during negotiations
  • Learn to prepare strategically for any negotiation scenario, from salary discussions to major business deals
  • Acquire practical tools to transform rejections into agreements through effective communication
  • Build confidence to negotiate in high-stakes situations with proven psychological techniques

Your 17-Day Curriculum

Day 1: Introduction to Negotiation Skills

Discover the fundamental principles of negotiation and why these skills are crucial in the Indian corporate environment. Explore how cultural factors influence negotiation styles in our unique business landscape.

Day 2: How to Crack a Deal

Learn practical frameworks for approaching negotiations strategically, from initial contact to successful closure. Includes case studies of successful Indian entrepreneurs and how they secured game-changing deals.

Day 3: Understanding the Negotiation Process

Explore the step-by-step process of negotiations, including preparation, opening offers, concessions, and agreement. Understand how to adapt this process to different Indian business contexts.

Day 4: Building Rapport with Tactical Empathy

Master the art of creating genuine connections while maintaining strategic focus. Learn culturally appropriate rapport-building techniques essential in India's relationship-focused business culture.

Day 5: Techniques of Bargaining

Discover the psychology of effective bargaining, including anchoring, framing, and trading concessions. Learn how traditional Indian bargaining wisdom applies to modern corporate settings.

Day 6: How to Reach Negotiation Closure

Learn techniques to overcome deadlocks and guide negotiations to successful conclusions. Includes strategies for addressing common closure challenges in Indian business contexts.

Day 7: Winning a Negotiation by Flinch Technique

Master the psychological power of the flinch response and how to use it ethically to gain advantages in negotiations. Learn how to recognize and respond to this technique when others use it.

Day 8: When to Use High-Ball & Low-Ball Technique

Explore these powerful opening techniques and when each is appropriate in different negotiation contexts. Understand the ethical considerations and potential risks in Indian business settings.

Day 9: Good Cop – Bad Cop Negotiation Technique

Learn how to implement and counter this classic negotiation strategy in team settings. Discover culturally appropriate adaptations for Indian business environments.

Day 10: How to Use Nibble Technique

Master the art of requesting small concessions after the main agreement seems complete. Learn when this technique works best in Indian business contexts and how to defend against it.

Day 11: Skills Required to Master Negotiation

Develop the essential communication, analytical, and emotional intelligence skills needed for negotiation mastery. Includes self-assessment tools and personalized development plans.

Day 12: How to Manage Emotions in Negotiation

Learn techniques to maintain composure under pressure and use emotional intelligence to your advantage. Explore cultural aspects of emotional expression in Indian business contexts.

Day 13: How to Convert "No" into "Yes"

Master persuasion techniques that transform rejections into agreements. Learn how to reframe proposals and find hidden areas of mutual interest with practical examples from Indian business scenarios.

Day 14: Salary Negotiations (for Employee & Employer)

Gain specific strategies for successful salary discussions from both perspectives. Includes insights into compensation norms across different Indian industries and how to navigate them effectively.

Day 15: How to Get Best Price for Product

Learn value-based negotiation techniques for product pricing in competitive markets. Includes strategies for both sellers and buyers with examples from Indian market contexts.

Day 16: Using Silence Technique for Profit

Master the power of strategic silence in negotiations. Learn when to speak, when to listen, and how to use pauses to create psychological advantages in Indian business settings.

Day 17: Summary and Integration

Consolidate your learning with comprehensive review activities and a personal negotiation strategy development workshop. Create your own negotiation playbook tailored to your professional context.

Interactive Course Features

Interactive Simulations

Practice your negotiation skills in realistic scenarios with our AI-powered simulation tool. Get immediate feedback and suggestions for improvement.

Role-Play Exercises

Participate in structured role-play activities designed to help you apply techniques in safe environments before using them in real negotiations.

Progress Tracking

Monitor your development with our comprehensive assessment system. Track your strengths and areas for improvement as you progress through the course.

Ready to Transform Your Negotiation Skills?

Join thousands of Indian professionals who have already enhanced their careers through this comprehensive negotiation skills program.