Emotional Intelligence in Negotiations: Reading the Room for Better Outcomes

06/05/2025 13 min
Emotional Intelligence in Negotiations: Reading the Room for Better Outcomes

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg breaks down the overlooked superpower in any high-stakes conversation: emotional intelligence. Whether you're negotiating a deal, structuring a compensation package, or just trying to get buy-in, it's not just what you say—it’s how you make the other person feel. Chris unpacks the four components of emotional intelligence and how to use them to read the room, manage your own emotions, and create win-win outcomes that build trust and get results.

What You’ll Learn Today:


The four components of emotional intelligence (EQ) and how they apply to negotiation

How to read body language, tone, and silence for deeper insight

Why emotional regulation is a game-changer for deal making

Tactical ways to prepare for the emotional side of any negotiation

Phrases and techniques to turn tension into trust and collaboration


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