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Effective Ways To Negotiate With Your Event Suppliers

November 5th, 2009

 

There are many things that will go into making a great event happen. You have to be ready to take on anything and go for the best that you can. There are so many ways to make sure that you have the best event ever.  However, you will find that it takes money to do all these things.

Getting your venders to give you a little bit of break on your materials and the other things that you need will be a great way to save money.  All you have to do is be willing to barter with them and try and make the best deal possible.

  • The first thing that you can do is ask they them to give you a break on your materials and supplies.  This will be a great way to save money and to get the things that you need at the same time. You will find it easier to get these things fast so that you can make your event great. Read more…
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Acquire Good Negotiation Skills to Succeed as an Event and Meeting Planner

October 7th, 2009

Are you a good negotiator? Do you have the skills necessary to get what your client wants and what is in her best interests? Most people learn their negotiation skill from life experience rather than a class. Let’s face it; we’ve been negotiating in one way or another since we could talk. Every kid knows that curfew and allowances don’t change without some fancy footwork.

A good negotiator comes to the table prepared and with as much knowledge about the subject as she can gather. This is especially important when pounding out a contract regardless of how well heeled your client may be. Listen carefully to what the other party offers and take a breath or two before you respond. It never hurts to paraphrase the offer back to her before you agree. If you respond too quickly, you may wind up bidding against yourself. Get everything in writing.

Keep an open mind and be flexible. It would be great if things always went smoothly, but they won’t. Sometimes you have to give a little to get a lot in return. Be persuasive and know what you want and stick to your guns. No contract is worth losing your integrity. Above all, be patient and persevere. Stay detached and focused and keep things on a business not personal level.

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