People tend to view negotiation as a zero-sum battle to "win."
Another way is to see it as a collaboration more than a competition.
It usually ends up working great for all parties. Better to have a small slice of a huge pie than a huge slice of nothing.
When smart, credible experts disagree, I pay attention to where they align. Here are three self-improvement practices that nearly everyone agrees on:
Sleep is a force multiplier
Prioritize it. Stop glorifying sleep deprivation. The benefits of quality sleep are immediate and well-documented.
Drink more water
Many bodily functions depend on proper hydration. A good rule of thumb: half your body weight in ounces daily.
Meditate
Most people feel real benefits from some form of meditation or mindfulness. There are many styles—find one that works for you. The simplest is to set a timer for 2-3 minutes and simply "watch" your thoughts without judgement.
We often mistake “more” for “better.” But in business and in life, quality wins.
A few great clients are more valuable than many difficult ones. A 90-minute film that moves you is better than a 3-hour one that drags. Twenty minutes of true connection with a loved one means more than hours spent half-present.
More isn't better. In fact sometimes it works against you. A focused hour can accomplish more than an unfocused day.
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