#11 - Phrases to Make a Deal → Useful language for negotiating in English (part 2)
Dear English Learners, Welcome back to Business English Insights! In this second part of our Negotiation Tactics series, we’ll focus on presenting your offer clearly and professionally, as well as strategies for managing counteroffers.
?? Essential Phrases for Presenting Your Offer
Delivering your proposal effectively is key to successful negotiations.
Making Your Proposal
Here’s what I propose: [outline your offer].
We’re offering [specific terms]. How does that align with your expectations?
Highlighting Benefits
This solution provides [specific benefits] and addresses [their concern].
We believe this is a fair and balanced proposal for both sides.
?? Essential Phrases for Handling Counteroffers
Stay calm and professional when responding to counteroffers.
Acknowledging Their Input
Thank you for sharing your perspective. Let’s explore that further.
I appreciate your offer. Here’s how we can work toward a compromise.
Proposing Adjustments
If we adjust [specific detail], would that work for you?
How about we meet halfway on this point?
?? Top Tips for Negotiation Success
Be Flexible
Show willingness to adjust your offer while staying focused on your goals.
Listen Actively
Understanding their priorities can help you craft a mutually beneficial agreement.
Stay Professional
Even under pressure, maintain a calm and composed demeanor.
?? Practice Exercise
Write a brief script for presenting an offer and responding to a counteroffer using the phrases provided above. Practice delivering it out loud for confidence.
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Until next time,
The MosaLingua Team
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1 个月PART 3/3 : Nicole -?If we adjust our offer, would that work for you? Keith : Of course,?what do?you?exactly?propose?? Nicole : Would a Digital Booklet be suitable for you?? In that case, you will have to watch and listen to the contents to?apply in your daily life. However, it is important to complete the Digital Notebook when you will have?availability. We understand that your work is very difficult and you will not be obliged to read books. Keith : Now, I better appreciate your offer.? Nicole :?We believe this is a fair and balanced proposal for both sides. Here’s how we can work toward a compromise.?How about we meet halfway on this point? Keith : It is a good idea ! I will revert to you !
Struggle against Work Diseases (Sport and Wellness Spaces, Meditation, Cosmetics & Beauty)
1 个月PART 2/3 : Nicole - What is?your means of transportation from?Home to Work and From Work to Home? Keith - I take my car and the?monthly expenses?are?expensive ! Nicole - What do you do exactly when you're going at Work and coming back at?Home? Keith - Sometimes, I discuss with my family by phone, and listen to music on the Radio. Nicole - How long are you using the radio, mobile phone, television a day/a week? Keith - In fact, I love the radio and appreciate?the?conversation on?my phone. I watch the TV News with?pleasure every?evening. You know my job is very hard, you can't not imagine ! And I do my best to support my family. Nicole - Do you use these devices about 4/5 hours a day? Keith - Probably 5 hours... because I have no private life and right moments with my family. Nicole - I think you like digital devices. Did you accept to watch films, videos or hear podcasts on the computer and entertainment on the radio? Keith - Maybye, If I don't have to think and study.
Struggle against Work Diseases (Sport and Wellness Spaces, Meditation, Cosmetics & Beauty)
1 个月PART 1/3 : Nicole : We propose an education booklet to coach and mentor?adults and children for 1 dollar.? Once you have bought the booklet, you will receive this Notebook in Word Format upon request.? You will find inside the Training Centre to test, Book to buy, Videos Links to watch. How does that align with your expectations?? Keith : Sorry, I am sure your?product is really?good. But, I come back late every day from Factory and I am really tired. I don't want to do anything and have no time to read any books. Nicole :?This tool?contributes positively to improving private/parental education, human relations and better managing social conflicts for a better life. It includes priority themes: environmental protection, safety, health, labour and couple relations, creativity... Throughout his life, he will have to indicate (who, what, where, when, how), the training/books/videos (recommended) were put into practice in everyday life.?? Keith : Sorry once again. Please kindly take into account that?my wife is tired and makes a lot for?our?6 children ! Nicole : Thank you for sharing your perspective. Let’s explore that further.? In fact, I need to better understand your lifestyle.