Quotes About Negotiation

Introduced by de Gaulle to protect France's 'vital interests', when there was a possibility that Britain would use it, the French wanted it abolished.

The big companies dictate the terms and use their lawyers as henchmen.

Of the numerous regrettable elements that go to make up the unlawful carnal-knowledge industry, I should single out for distinction the look of undisguised contempt that is often worn on the faces of its female staff. Some of the working 'hostesses' may have to simulate delight or even interest—itself a pretty cock-shriveling thought—but when these same ladies do the negotiating, they can shrug off the fake charm as a snake discards an unwanted skin.

It is a settled policy of America, that as peace is better than war, war is better than tribute. The United States, while they wish for war with no nation, will buy peace with none.

Stets besteche mit der höchsten Summe, die du zu zahlen bereit bist, auf der niedersten Ebene des Befehls. Groll ist Goldes wert, wenn Treue zum Verkauf steht.

A good compromise leaves everyone angry.

1.  Start with agreement. If you know you are likely to end up in a disagreement, start your discussion with the common ground you share.

SIR:—Yours of this date, proposing armistice and appointment of Commissioners to settle terms of capitulation, is just received. No terms except an unconditional and immediate surrender can be accepted. I propose to move immediately upon your works. I am, sir, very respectfully, Your ob't se'v't, U. S. GRANT, Brig. Gen. To this I received the following reply: HEADQUARTERS, DOVER, TENNESSEE, February 16, 1862.

hesitated to trade

los tíos querían que me quedase con el clarín porque era más barato: la trompeta debía de costar una fortuna y no podía imponer ese sacrificio a los tíos. Siempre me habían enseñado que cuando te ofrecen algo que te gusta tienes que decir enseguida no gracias, y no una sola vez, no decir no gracias y después tender la mano, sino esperar que el otro insista, que te diga por favor. Sólo entonces el niño educado puede ceder.

Lanny was concerned, because one of the Duce's demands was for Nice, and that might include Cannes and the Cap d'Antibes, Bienvenu and Beauty Budd. But Kurt said: "Do not worry. The jackal only takes what the lion allows him." Such was a Nazi agent's opinion of his ally.

Throughout the years, I have observed that participants who voluntarily become involved in unofficial dialogues with the enemy are seen to some degree as traitors by those in their own community who are against all communication with the enemy. These participants may also experience shame for talking with the enemy, which is intensified if and when the enemy carries out some violent act while the talks are going on.

she was faced with not only Pavel Kedrov, the director of the SVR, but with the president of Russia himself.

A man who knows how to make good bargains or finds his money increase in his coffers, thinks presently that he has a good deal of brains and is almost fit to be a statesman.

On hearing of the 1930's miners' strike What do those earthworms want now?

He is no lawyer who cannot take two sides.

"No" is a complete sentence.

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade, and then throw it in the face of the person who gave you the lemons until they give you the oranges you originally asked for.

Perhaps," he said, "we should discuss our arrangements, then.

How'd you get Magnus to let Jace leave?" "Traded him for Alec," Clary said.

She smiled smugly. "We came to an agreement, the duck and I.

You know, I wouldn't mind more than a kiss." He let out a laugh. "Believe me, neither would I, but not right now." Drink your tea, get some food in your stomach, and, maybe, we'll talk." A frown creased her brow. "Talk?" He had to smile at her persistence. "We'll talk about possibly doing more than kissing, deal?

Hunter looked around, thinking, deciding on another plan of approach. He was well acquainted with how stubborn I could be, and I could see him weighing his chances of getting through and changing my mind. He pushed himself off the house and stood before me. 'Tell me the instant you hear from Killian,' He said. I tried not to show my surprise. 'Okay.' 'I don't like this.' 'I know.' 'I hate this.' 'I know.' 'Right. So call me.

You will learn not to fight me, Yellow Hair. It is a promise I make for you.