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From Barter to Boundaries, Salaries to Self-Worth – Understanding Gen Z’s Take on Negotiation

From Barter to Boundaries, Salaries to Self-Worth – Understanding Gen Z’s Take on Negotiation

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Negotiation is an essential life and career skill, and for Gen Z, it's more relevant than ever. Entering a world marked by economic uncertainty, remote work, and rapidly evolving job markets, Gen Z is expected to advocate for themselves early — whether it's negotiating their first job offer, project terms, flexible work arrangements, or even social impact commitments. But negotiation today isn’t just about money or titles; for Gen Z, it’s about alignment — with personal values, mental well-being, and a sense of purpose. As digital natives with strong opinions and a global perspective, understanding how to negotiate effectively — across cultures, platforms, and generations — is essential for Gen Z to thrive personally and professionally. So how does Gen Z build the skills of Negotiation

Find out more in this episode, as Negotiation Expert Dr. Beth Fisher-Yoshida helps us to understand

  • How Gen Z is reshaping the art of negotiation — not just at the workplace, but across all aspects of life. What negotiation means to Gen Z — and how it’s evolving
  • Key areas where Gen Z is negotiating today (jobs, freelance, hybrid work, etc.)
  • How Gen Z’s values (authenticity, purpose, equity) shape their negotiation approach
  • Common challenges Gen Z faces in negotiation settings
  • The role of digital tools and communication styles in modern negotiations
  • How Gen Z negotiates across generations and authority levels
  • Tips and strategies to help Gen Z build stronger negotiation skills

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Nikhil : Website, Linkedin, Youtube & Book

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