#325 Mastering Personal Branding and Negotiation in Business Acquisitions

In this special edition of Business Buying Strategies, Jonathan Jay speaks live from the Deal Makers Retreat in Marbella, Spain, talking about the importance of personal branding when negotiating business deals.

He explains how to present yourself to business owners, emphasising the significance of the first impression and maintaining credibility throughout the negotiation process.

Jonathan shares practical tips and anecdotes, underlining that knowing the buying process thoroughly and having clarity of intent are crucial for success. Listeners are encouraged to adopt a calm, professional demeanour, control the conversation, and remain curious.

The session provides actionable advice on how to address common challenges faced by new business buyers and highlights the importance of being likeable and confident. 

Key moments

00:00 Welcome to the Deal Makers Retreat  00:49 The Importance of Personal Branding 01:17 First Impressions Matter 05:09 Building Confidence in Deal-Making 09:29 Establishing Credibility 12:33 Effective Communication Strategies 17:21 Handling Objections and Questions 23:16 Turning the Conversation to the Business 23:41 Overcoming Self-Doubt

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