The characteristics a successful negotiator must have:
- see possibilities rather than problems.
- are excellent communicators.
- keep an open mind.
- have confidence in their own abilities (or act like they do)
- and the negotiation process.
- are willing to listen.
- are optimistic.
- do not allow their ego to interfere with the win/win solution.
- are creative and ready to consider ways of doing things differently.
- are flexible.
- have excellent self-control.
- are always well-prepared.
- are life-long learners.