DON’T COMPROMISE BEFORE THE COMPROMISE.

“I want it all.”
“I want it all too.”
Correct response,
“Let’s share.”
Incorrect response,

If you responded
“Let’s share”
You have compromised
Without negotiation,
Not a smart opener.

The character who
Wanted it all, ab initio,
Has a stronger bargaining
Position and you, a
Weaker bargaining position.

Starting with a compromise
Means your adversary may
Concede inconsequential
Positions or actions and
Still claim victory.

Compromise before a
Compromise is negotiated, is
The Liberal mode of negotiation.
The “Conservatives” give little and
Conserves their “con.”