How to negotiate like a pro: 4 secrets to success

rob dobi/Getty Images Whether you're looking to cut a good deal with suppliers or convince colleagues of the benefits of your new idea, great negotiations are crucial to being a successful professional. Harvard Business School suggests investing time and energy in developing negotiation skills can help maximize your value at the bargaining table. Also: 5 ways to stop impostor syndrome from holding you back at work So, how can professionals learn to haggle without squabbling? Four business leaders share their best-practice negotiation techniques. 1. Be willing to walk away Chris Kronenthal, president and CTO at FreedomPay, said a successful negotiation starts from a strong bargaining position. "If you're not willing to value your product, you're not in a position to negotiate -- you're in a position to beg. So, the first thing you have to do is be willing to walk." Kronenthal told ZDNET that holding a strong line in negotiations doesn't have to mean being rude. "Some people tak ... Read full article.