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You will apply BATNA thinking by building a structured pre-call planning sheet for a real-world negotiation. You will practice defining clear objectives, articulating a realistic BATNA, and planning concessions that protect your decision boundaries. The lesson emphasizes turning abstract negotiation concepts into a practical, repeatable preparation workflow that can be used across roles and industries. By completing a full pre-call plan, you will strengthen your ability to make confident, intentional decisions during negotiations.
In this module you will examine why defining a BATNA is foundational to negotiation effectiveness. Using realistic workplace scenarios, this module will help you to recognize how BATNA shapes confidence, decision-making, and outcomes before any discussion begins.
What Happens When You Negotiate Without a BATNA•5 minutes
2 readings•Total 9 minutes
Why Walking Away Is Often Empowering•6 minutes
Walkthrough - Spot the BATNA•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
Hands-On Learning: Spot the BATNA•15 minutes
Building a Strong Pre-Call Plan with BATNA
Module 2•1 hour to complete
Module details
In this module, you will apply BATNA thinking by completing a structured pre-call planning sheet. This module focuses on turning abstract preparation concepts into a practical artifact they can reuse at work.
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3 videos2 readings2 assignments
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3 videos•Total 14 minutes
From BATNA to Strategy: Filling the Planning Sheet•6 minutes
Anticipating Concessions Without Undermining Your BATNA•4 minutes
Congratulations on Your Negotiation Milestone•3 minutes
2 readings•Total 9 minutes
The Pre-Call Planning Sheet That Stops You from Winging It •6 minutes
Walkthrough - Build Your Pre-Call Planning Sheet•3 minutes
2 assignments•Total 40 minutes
Hands-On Learning: Build Your Pre-Call Planning Sheet•15 minutes
Graded Assessment: Negotiation Preparation with BATNA•25 minutes
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