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Herb Cohen is an American negotiation expert, consultant, and author known for his practical and humorous approach to negotiation. He has advised major corporations, government agencies, and served as a consultant in high-stakes international negotiations.

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You Can Negotiate Anything

You Can Negotiate Anything

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This classic book on negotiation by Herb Cohen teaches readers how to gain advantage in any negotiation situation—whether in business, personal relationships, or everyday life. Cohen explains the psychology of negotiation, emphasizing that everything is negotiable and that success depends on understanding people, power, and timing.

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Defining Negotiation

Before you can master negotiation, you must understand what it really is—and what it is not. Negotiation is not a contest of shouting or bluffing. It is not about defeating an opponent. At its core, negotiation is communication with a purpose. It’s about persuasion—the ability to move others toward ...

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The Three Key Variables: People, Power, and Timing

If negotiation is a process, then people, power, and timing are its ingredients. These three variables interact constantly, determining the flow and outcome of every negotiation. People are the heart of it all. Each person brings their perceptions, fears, and hidden motivations. Knowing what drives...

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About Herb Cohen

Herb Cohen is an American negotiation expert, consultant, and author known for his practical and humorous approach to negotiation. He has advised major corporations, government agencies, and served as a consultant in high-stakes international negotiations.

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