Negotiating can be tough, but it’s necessary in many situations. Whether you landed a new job, asked for a raise, or bought a car, you’ve likely had to negotiate at some point. But what kind negotiator are YOU? Take this quiz to find out!

1. QUIZ:
What Kind Of Negotiator Are You?

2. Wh ether you landed a new job, asked for a raise,
or bought a car, you’ve likely had to negotiate at
some point.

3. So, what kind of negotiator are YOU?

4. Take this quiz to find out >>

5. 1. When you get a job offer that doesn’t meet your needs:
(a) You immediately push back
and ask for more.
(b) You think about it for a few
days then ask for something in
the middle.
(c) You suck it up and accept
the first offer, or decline it in
hopes of finding something
else.

6. 2. When it comes to negotiating:
(a) You can talk anyone into
meeting your demands.
(b) You’re okay, but you wish
you were more assertive.
(c) You don’t bother.

7. 3. Which job is most appealing to you?
(a) Lawyer
(b) State representative
(c) Personal assistant

8. 4. When you ask for a raise:
(a) You ask with conviction.
(b) You’re direct, but you’re
willing to compromise.
(c) You beat around the bush.

9. 5. The thought of negotiating makes you feel:
(a) An adrenaline rush.
(b) In control.
(c) Nervous and unconfident.

10. 6. Your favorite part of negotiating is:
(a) When they push back.
(b) When they’re willing to work
with you.
(c) When it’s over!

11. 7. When negotiating salary, you initially ask for:
(a) 30% more than you should.
(b) 10-20% more than you should.
(c) Whatever is competitive for
your position.

12. 8. Do you bother negotiating for more than just money?
(a) Yes! I think about vacation
days, work schedules, and
titles, too.
(b) Sometimes – It depends
on the situation.
(c) Nope.

13. Results

14. Mostly As: You’re an aggressive negotiator.
You don’t take one cent less than
you think you deserve. You ask for
a lot more than most people do,
and you know you can get it if you
really try. Good for you!
However, don’t negotiate yourself
out of a great job offer!
Watch this video for tips on
negotiating effectively
without pricing yourself
out of a job.

15. Mostly Bs: You’re a reasonable negotiator.
You know what you’re worth,
but you also know how to
compromise. If you think you’re
not getting what you deserve,
you will speak up, but you’re
always willing to find a solution
that works for both parties.
That said, you could be missing
out on some valuable perks.
Check out these tips on
negotiating for things like
vacation time, schedule
flexibility, and so on!

16. Mostly Cs: You’re a non-negotiator.
The thought of negotiating makes
you anxious and uncomfortable.
You would rather deal with a less-than-
adequate offer than try to
negotiate for a better one.
We completely understand your
fear of negotiating. It’s very
common!
Here are some tips for
ditching those fears and
becoming a better negotiator.

17. We hope you enjoyed this quiz!
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