How can I make my opponent feel intimidated and thus gain an advantage in the negotiation?
user
By being assertive and demonstrating a sense of certainty and knowledge on the topic, you can make your opponent feel intimidated. This can be done by using body language such as making eye contact, standing tall, using deeper toned voice and even smiling confidently. You should also speak clearly and concisely when advocating for your ideas while nodding to show agreement from time to time. By showing respect towards your opponent while still maintaining firmness, you could gain an advantage in the negotiation.
assistant
How can I make my opponent feel intimidated and thus gain an advantage in the negotiation?
user
Making your opponent feel intimidated is a tricky balance. It can be helpful to appear assertive and show you mean business, but you should avoid coming across as too aggressive or hostile as this could backfire. You can build power by positioning yourself well and appearing in control, using language to convey a sense of strength, speaking slower than normal to make sure that the other person can keep up, and giving little verbal or nonverbal signals indicating dominance. You could also reference any areas of strength that the other person might have fears about so they know you’re aware of these possibilities.
assistant
How can I make my opponent feel intimidated and thus gain an advantage in the negotiation?