Many people think that participating in a negotiation is an "all or nothing" event, and that there needs to be a winner and a loser. That's the furthest possible thing from the truth. Although the goal of negotiations is getting what you want or need, the best negotiations use ideas from both players involved.

It is common knowledge that the US financial system is in the middle of a recessionary slowdown, and that slowdown is having an effect on their largest trading partners, studies have recently shown that for many employees in many companies there is still room for salary negotiating.

When you want to negotiate the terms of a successful, win/win Joint Venture, there are a few basic guidelines that I have learned through the years that will help you to optimize the opportunity and maximize the chances of a successful Joint Venture that can lead to many more.

You might think that a bill is a bill and you owe the full amount but sometimes you can talk your way into a discount.

All inventors have, at one time or another, pined for "the right people." Be they investors, programmers, distributors, writers, architects, butchers, bakers, or candlestick makers, personnel is a crucial ingredient to the success of any invention.

If you are the kind of person with a million ideas and not enough time to pursue them, you might want to consider "fast tracking" your invention to market.

Do you get annoyed when you have an urgent or important message to convey to someone? Hello! Is anyone getting any work done?

Communicating with others is an essential skill in business dealings, family affairs, and romantic relationships, and is an essential part of any personal development effort.