The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex - How to Negotiate Like a Pro and Get What You Want

Episode Date: March 7, 2025

💰 Want to close better deals, land higher-paying clients, and gain the upper hand in business? Mastering negotiation is the key. In this episode, Paul Alex reveals the top strategies to negotiate l...ike a pro and get what you deserve.🔹 Know Your Value – Walk into every deal with confidence and clarity. 🔹 Listen More, Talk Less – Understand the other side’s needs and create win-win outcomes. 🔹 Be Ready to Walk Away – The strongest negotiators never settle for bad deals.🔥 Negotiation isn’t about winning—it’s about strategy. Learn how to approach every deal with clarity, confidence, and leverage.💬 Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this!“Your Network is your NETWORTH!”Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024Youtube: https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024Linkedin: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur?Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.ATMTogether.comwww.CashSwipe.comFREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

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Starting point is 00:00:00 Welcome to the Level Up Podcast. I'm your host, Paul Alex. I went from being a cop to an eight-figure entrepreneur that helps average people like you and me make money every single day. I created this podcast to help you get motivated and to crush your goals. Let's win together.
Starting point is 00:00:16 Remember, I have your six. Get ready to level up right now. What's up, everybody, and welcome back to the Level Up Podcast. I'm Paul Alex, and today we're to be talking about one of the most valuable skills you could develop as an entrepreneur and even a person. How to negotiate like a pro and get what you want. So let's be real.
Starting point is 00:00:35 Everything in business is negotiable. Your salary, your contracts, your deals. If you want to master the art of negotiation, you'll unlock opportunities others can only dream of, guys. So let's break it down. First, know your value. The biggest mistake people make in negotiating is walking in without confidence.
Starting point is 00:00:53 You can't convince someone of your worth if you don't believe in yourself. When I first started negotiating deals in merchant services, I learned quickly that if I wasn't clear on the value I was bringing, I couldn't close. So you gotta do your homework. You gotta understand what you're bringing to the table and you gotta stand firm. Second, listen more than you talk guys.
Starting point is 00:01:14 Negotiation isn't about bulldozing the other person. It's actually about understanding their needs and aligning them with yours. Pay attention, ask questions, and find out what they truly care about. Make sure to check out my YouTube channel, officialpaulalex.com for more motivational episodes. When you listen, you actually uncover opportunities to create a win-win situation. And that's where the magic happens guys. The best negotiators don't push. They actually solve problems. Problem solvers. And lastly, always be ready to walk away. The strongest position in a negotiation
Starting point is 00:01:47 is the ability to say no, guys. If the terms don't align with your goals, don't force it, guys. Early in my career, I made the mistake of agreeing to bad deals just to close them. And it actually cost me more in the long run. So you gotta know your boundaries. And don't compromise your vision for short-term gains, guys.
Starting point is 00:02:03 What's the bottom line here? Negotiating like a pro isn't about the tricks or tactics guys. It's about knowing your value, listening carefully and having the courage to walk away when necessary. You master this and then you'll always get what you deserve guys. Thanks for tuning into the Love All Podcast.
Starting point is 00:02:19 I'm Paul Alex reminding you that negotiation isn't a battle guys, it's actually a conversation. You gotta approach it with clarity, confidence, and strategy. And guess what? You're gonna win every single time. Stay sharp, stay focused, and as always, let's level up. Thanks for listening up to the Level Up Podcast. If you enjoyed today's episode,
Starting point is 00:02:36 make sure to share it with a family, friend, and everyone you know who's ready to level up. Leave a five-star review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you tune in. It really helps spreading the word and don't forget to check out officialpaulalex.com for more episodes and resources to kickstart your journey. Let's level up together.

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