If you have every watched a toddler playing on an iPad you might be in awe of their ability to correctly navigate the device.  Many adults struggle with figuring out why their app won’t update while a two-year old is sitting beside them putting them to shame with their knowledge of how to use an […]

Conflict is inevitable in any marriage and you and your spouse are bound to disagree on many different issues throughout your life together.  And let’s be real…the more time you spend together as a couple, the more little annoyances become magnified.  Oftentimes couples fight about their disagreements and their marriages suffer as a result.  The […]

Entrepreneurs and small business owners are met with various challenges and among these worries is the question of whether or not they need a business lawyer.  It is a common perception that lawyers are expensive and these small businesses don’t have the extra money to be paying costly lawyer fees.  As a result, many of […]

If you have ever had to deal with a difficult person then you probably know how challenging it can be to come to an agreement with them.  Oftentimes these people are controlling, intimidating, confrontational, or demanding.  Although it can be frustrating and even a little unnerving at times, the right communication skills and approach can […]

How many times have you attended a wedding and during the toast someone mentioned what it takes to make a great marriage.  We have heard everything from being a good listener to spending quality time together to responding with “Yes, dear!”  While all of these things certainly are important, perhaps the secret to a happy […]

Everyone knows that you have to negotiate to buy a car.  It is expected and is pretty obvious from the moment you step on the lot.  But what about the more subtle forms of negotiation?  Do we even recognize when these occur?  Much of our life involves negotiation and it can be to your advantage […]

One of the most challenging things to do as an employee is asking your boss for a raise.  Many people don’t enjoy negotiating and feel uncomfortable asking for more money.  However, securing a raise is critical if you want to achieve financial success.  If you have been putting in extra hours, meeting or exceeding performance […]

Most consumers agree that they hate nothing as much as shopping for a car. Car salesmen have a reputation for squeezing every last dime out of their customers and they are actually pretty good at it.  Why…because car salesmen are excellent negotiators.  They negotiate all day every day so when you step on the lot, […]

We have all been in a situation where we are trying to reason with an incredibly difficult person.  It can be frustrating to say the least.  They might act aggressive or try to control the conversation and sometimes can be a bit confrontational.  While it is may seem impossible to reason with an unreasonable person, […]

For many people, the thought of negotiating is enough to cause a stomachache to ensue.  Negotiation can be uncomfortable, nerve-wracking, and unpleasant for those who are shy or introverted. Then, however, there are those who can strike up a conversation with anyone and have the ability to sweet talk their way out of just about […]