5 Things the Best Negotiators Know

Negotiation is hard. You start from an adversarial position and need to find a way for everyone to feel positive in the end. In this article, Molly Fletcher, an agent who spent nearly two decades representing top sports figures, including Major League Baseball All-Stars, professional golfers, championship NBA and NCAA coaches, and media personalities, shares her top five tips for negotiation.

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