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| Oct. 19 2006 at 12:15 PM |
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As good as the information in this step is, I really enjoyed the related article 10 Techniques for Better Negotiation. Perhaps including some of that information would add some substance to this step.
Steve - Kirk Foods, LLC home of the Gluten Free Cookie Factory - To reach any significant goal, you must leave your comfort zone. - Hyrum W. Smith, Founder, Franklin Quest
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| Oct. 20 2006 at 8:01 PM |
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This is sooo critical in establishing positive relationships with vendors/suppliers. Especially, the turn around time for getting your products for Holiday Season needs to be planned much in advance.
Great topic and superb advice in this article!
Thanks! -S
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| Oct. 23 2006 at 1:28 AM |
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One of the most important skills I claim as a business owner is my ability to cultivate and keep my vendor/supplier relationships. I have suppliers we've been dealing with for 10 years and we're now more friends than business associates.
Thanks.
DeBorah Beatty
The Rainbow Factory,
www.tiedye2000.com
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| Oct. 23 2006 at 7:09 PM |
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I agree that if everyone is always looking for the win, win, win or viewing everyone as a partner things work better and you get better results.
Erik
www.usspin.com
www.unitedbusinessalliance.com
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| Oct. 31 2006 at 7:19 PM |
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Negotiation skills are one I'd love to learn more about in future articles here.
Certified Internet Marketing Specialist
Turning Clicks Into Cash For Her Clients!
Founder of the popular, informative, educational & resourceful Virtual Assistant Networking Association (VANA) and Author of The Virtual Business Startup System
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| Mar. 31 2007 at 3:14 PM |
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Also worth mentioning that under paying vendors early, a 2% discount for paying, say 20 days early, equates to a 36% annualized return on investment. Where else can you get those kind of returns (just about) guaranteed?!  www.FinancialThink.com | David@SmallBizLogic.com
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| Jan. 02 2008 at 8:54 PM |
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Pay your bills in a timely manner.This will earn you the respect and support of your vendors
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