
Negotiate Anything Fearless Negotiation: A Masterclass on Turning Anxiety into Power
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Nov 4, 2025 Join Sarah Jantosh, a political coach for women; Maha Gaber, a strategic communications expert; and Tim Clines, a clinical therapist, as they explore mastering negotiation by facing fears head-on. Sarah emphasizes turning imposter syndrome into preparation, while Maha highlights the power of storytelling for authentic communication. Tim connects purpose with decision-making, revealing how aligning values can ease anxiety. This trio inspires transforming internal resistance into actionable strategies for success!
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Clarify Interests And Incentives First
- Get crystal clear on why you want something before negotiating and name your core interest.
- Map the other person's incentives to craft offers that address both sides' needs.
Cereal Role-Play To Beat Ask Anxiety
- Sarah practiced a high-stakes salary ask by role-playing trivial purchases with her husband using cereal boxes.
- She then rehearsed the salary numbers, which reduced fear and improved performance in the real negotiation.
Perfectionism Kept A Donation From Being Asked
- Sarah froze on a key donor ask because she chased perfection and never directly asked, delaying the donation.
- She later rectified it, but lost vital time due to perfectionism blocking action.

