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Mary Greenwood's Articles in General Self Help

  • How Women Can Negotiate Like Pros
    There are some stereotypes that women cannot negotiate as well as men: that women are not as aggressive, that they take things too personally, or that they are not taken seriously. As a woman negotiator myself, I believe that the same rules apply to men as woman. However I have listed five rules that should particularly help women Negotiate Like A Pro.
  • How To Negotiate With Your Family During The Holidays
    Ever notice that when you get together with your family for the holidays that the same arguments and resentments bubble up through the good cheer year after year. Despite your best efforts not to let your siblings’ comments bother you, you end up playing the same role in your family that you had in junior high. Here are some tips for getting along with your family this holiday season and being a grownup.
  • How Seniors Can Negotiate Like A Pro
    There are some age stereotypes that Seniors are set in their ways, forgetful, and unable to change. Someone with grey hair may not be taken seriously or worse ignored. As an older Negotiator myself, I believe that Seniors, with their wisdom and life experience, can make excellent negotiators. I have listed five rules that should help Seniors Negotiate Like A Pro.
  • 5 Rules for Negotiating Like a Pro
    Mary Greenwood lists five rules for resolving disputes and offers a concise explanation on how and when to use them in your negotiations. Among these rules you will see the following: Focus on the goal and don't be distracted by your emotions; you don't have to be right to settle; and look forward not back.