The short answer: yes.
I negotiated 40% off a new book!
Can You Negotiate in a Bookstore?
She politely declined my offer.
I returned the book to its shelf and joined my friends.
A minute later the owner motioned for me to come over to the register.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
Maybe youll get a yes, or at least a discount you wouldnt have received without this information.
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I quietly made my offer, and thanked the owner.
I left her feeling okay about the deal.
Did you know?
Dont say, Thats all Im going to pay.
Take it or leave it!
Always ask, and you never know what the response will be.
The vendor said no and we walked away, knowing there would be other chairs.
Sometimes youll be called back.
Ok, so these tips work at a bookstore.
But theyre equally applicable in…
You never know until you try, and the results might surprise you.
Perhaps thats the next experiment I should try…
Your Turn: Have you ever successfully negotiated a lower price on something that isnt normally subject to negotiation?
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