Put It in Writing the Same Day
Practical ways to put it in writing the same day, because a prompt record prevents drift and doubt.
Written today, remembered tomorrow. Be quick and clear.
10 tips that really help
These ideas come from Never Split the Difference (Chris Voss), Getting to Yes (Roger Fisher and William Ury), Start With No (Jim Camp), and everyday practice. The first six help the most. Pick one and try it today.
Written today, remembered tomorrow
A same-day record prevents drift and doubt, since memories change quickly.
Be quick.
Write the summary within hours
Speed keeps details accurate and shows reliability.
Block time for it.
Use clear bullet points
Short lines are easy to check and confirm.
Format simply.
List dates and amounts precisely
Numbers and dates are where misunderstandings hide.
Double-check each.
Ask for confirmation or corrections
Invite a reply by a certain date.
Request it.
Keep a warm tone
A friendly style maintains the relationship.
Edit gently.
File it safely
Save the record where you can find it.
Store it.
Follow up if there is silence
A polite reminder protects the agreement.
Set a reminder.
Use a template
A reusable format makes it effortless.
Create one.
Speed helps accuracy
Memory fades.
Write today.
Easy things to say
When you are stuck, pick one of these. They work in many sales conversations.
“Here is a summary of what we agreed.”
“Please confirm or correct.”
“Key dates are below.”
“The next step is mine.”
“Thank you.”
“Please reply by Friday.”
Your first week
One small action a day. Each day is only a little bigger than the last.
Write the summary within hours
Use bullet points
List dates and amounts
List who does what
Ask for confirmation
File it
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Further reading
- Never Split the Difference (Chris Voss)
- Getting to Yes (Roger Fisher and William Ury)
- Start With No (Jim Camp)
The tips above are written in our own words and are general guidance. The books are suggestions for further reading.
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- Find Your Best Alternative
- Research Their Needs and Pressures
- List What You Can Give and What You Need
- Set Your Opening Position
- Plan Your First Three Sentences
- Decide Your Walk-Away Point
- What They Say vs What They Need
- Ask "Why Is That Important to You?"
- Look for Win-Win Trades
- Separate the Person From the Problem
- Create More Options Before You Decide
- Use Fair, Objective Standards
- The Pie Is Bigger Than You Think
- The Power of Calm
- Let Them Say "No" First
- Open-Ended "How" and "What" Questions
- Use "How Am I Supposed to Do That?"
- Mirror and Pause
- The Late-Night FM DJ Voice
- Let Them Talk Themselves Into It
- Never Give a Discount for Free
- Trade, Do Not Just Give
- Hold Your Price With Confidence
- Respond to "That Is Our Budget"
- Use Odd and Precise Numbers
- Bundle Instead of Cutting Price
- When to Walk Away
- Handle a Pushy Negotiator
- Respond to a Deadline Threat
- When They Say "Take It or Leave It"
- Deal With Silence and Stalling
- Stay Polite When You Are Angry
- Negotiate With Someone More Senior
- Summarise Every Agreement Out Loud
- Put It in Writing the Same Day
- Leave Both Sides Feeling Good
- Do Not Celebrate Too Soon
- Protect the Relationship After the Deal
- Learn From Every Negotiation
