4/10 Work & Productivity Hacks

When negotiating, aim high, then settle – Start with a bigger request so the real one feels reasonable.

When you negotiate, ask for more than what you actually want. This makes your real request seem smaller and more acceptable, so the other person is more likely to agree

Imagine you want to borrow $50 from a friend. Instead of asking for $50 right away, you first ask for $100. Your friend might say, "That's too much!" Then, you say, "Okay, how about $50?" Since $50 sounds much smaller compared to $100, your friend is more likely to agree.