negotiation skills

[/nɪˌɡoʊʃiˈeɪʃən skɪlz/]
noun phrase
habilidades de negociação
1. The ability to communicate effectively, find common ground, and reach mutually beneficial agreements between two or more parties
Strong negotiation skills are essential for closing business deals.
Habilidades fortes de negociação são essenciais para fechar acordos comerciais.
2. Competencies including active listening, persuasion, problem-solving, and conflict resolution used during discussions to achieve desired outcomes
She improved her negotiation skills by taking a professional development course.
Ela melhorou suas habilidades de negociação ao fazer um curso de desenvolvimento profissional.
In Brazilian business culture, negotiation skills are highly valued and often referred to as essential 'soft skills' (competências comportamentais). The concept of 'jogo de cintura' (literally 'waist game' or flexibility) is culturally significant in Brazil, representing the ability to navigate complex social and business situations smoothly. In the USA, negotiation skills are emphasized across sectors from corporate America to everyday interactions, reflecting individualistic values and direct communication styles.
NYC Slang
closing game / hustle game
Synonyms / Sinônimos
bargaining abilitiesdiplomatic skillscommunication proficiencypersuasion techniquesconflict resolution abilities
Antonyms / Antônimos
inflexibilitypoor communicationstubbornnessinability to compromise

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
habilidades de negociação
Standard formal usage in business and professional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
jogo de cintura / habilidades de negociação
Colloquially may use 'jogo de cintura' (flexibility/skill in maneuvering)
São Paulo
habilidades de negociação / competências negociais
More formal corporate usage; 'competências negociais' also common
Portugal
capacidades de negociação / competências negociais
Portuguese preference for 'capacidades' over 'habilidades'

Related Words

diplomacycompromisemediationarbitrationdeal-makingconsensus-building

Related Idioms & Phrases

bring something to the table
meet someone halfway
find common ground
strike a deal
hammer out an agreement
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