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Drawing from legal education, the speaker recalls a fundamental rule learned in a negotiations class: the key to winning negotiations is the ability to walk away. This lesson is paramount for lawyers, but equally applicable in any bargaining scenario—be it financial, professional, or personal.
“You have to get yourself to a place where you really are willing to walk,” the speaker insists, highlighting that revealing hesitation or reluctance signals weakness and diminishes bargaining power. Success hinges on the confidence to exit if your terms are not met, forcing the opposing side to make concessions or reconsider their position.