The Art of Negotiating for Mutual Success

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NEW ON THE BLOG The Art of Win-Win Negotiation Negotiation is an activity that everyone performs, sometimes daily. Two or more parties negotiate because there is a conflict of interest (or interdependent goals) - and the parties believe they can get a better deal negotiating than by simply taking what the other side will give them. This article provides five strategies to achieve a win-win outcome in any negotiation. Read the Article CLIENT HIGHLIGHTS Renee Broxson Fine Art “Warm Wishes” is a 24” x 36” acrylic mixed media painting of Mrs. Claus, who is made of paper collage elements from old Christmas cards (1937-41), relaxing on the beach in her Christmas bikini and Santa hat. The original painting, as well as holiday note card prints, are available for purchase. Shop JC’s Gourmet Until JC’s Gourmet expands its footprint with a move to a larger commercial kitchen in early 2024, the Seaside Farmers Market on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. is the only place you can purchase JC’s award-winning shrimp Chillin’ Ceviche! The company is still celebrating its second, well-deserved people’s choice award for this unique, zesty shrimp appetizer in the Best of the Emerald Coast 2023. Stay Up-to-Date Robin’s Bikes & Fitness One of the best-selling models at the bike shop - and currently on sale, Specialized’s Turbo Como 3.0 IGH has it all! A comfortable, upright positioning with an easy step-through, this e-bike offers a seamless, pedal-assisted boost with its internal gear hub (IGH) and matching controller design packed with benefits that include a smoother, quieter ride - and no risk of component rusting. Contact the Shop Baird Dental Business Concepts Do you want to reduce management responsibilities and your time spent on administrative work? Sandy's "Building the Self-Managed Team" seminar does just that by showing how to develop dental employees into a self-managed team. With a focus on systemization, accountability, and empowerment, this seminar is designed for the entire dental team and illustrates the remarkable synergy of true teamwork. Learn More Sewanee Children’s Center The Sewanee Children's Center has an opening for a preschool teacher in our 3- and 4-year-old class beginning January 5, 2024. If you love children and want to work in a supportive, collaborative environment, consider applying for the position based in Sewanee, TN. Learn More & Apply Queen City Elite Founded in Charlotte, Queen City Elite is a luxury concierge company that offers a growing number of exclusive lifestyle services to its members, who have provided outstanding reviews. A dedicated team of specialists are available for any request 24/7. From last-minute restaurant reservations to personal shopping, grocery shopping, travel itineraries - and now dog walking - Queen City Elite takes care of it all.  Learn More Dog-Harmony Our office pup and therapy dog, Chloe, enjoyed spending time with Dog-Harmony founder, Nancy Bown, CPDT-KA and the kids in Spanish class at Seaside Neighborhood School on Día de los Muertos! The students learned the important role of enrichment for canine wellbeing, as well as proper dog handling and recall techniques. They also made their own snuffle mats (designed for treat hunting) to donate to a local animal shelter. Learn More UPCOMING EVENTS Fort Walton Beach, FL - Join Emerald Coast Public Relations Organization (ECPRO)’s next Lunch & Learn featuring guest speaker, Shawn Nickel, who will give a presentation focused on career development and the provision of practical advice on November 14 at the Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce. Shawn's experience in PR includes roles as a Social Media Manager, Media Specialist, and Public Relations Specialist for the United States Air Force (USAF). He currently serves as the Circuit 1 Community Engagement Specialist for Northwest Florida Health Network. Attendees are encouraged to pre-register to guarantee a lunch, which is catered. Tickets to attend are $20 for members, $25 for future members and guests, and $10 for students. Get Tickets Thanks for spending your time with us to catch-up on the latest ELEVATED NEWS. Until next month, Christie Solomon, MBA