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Silence is where negotiators accidentally give away money. AJ and Johnny break down why the hardest part of a negotiation often isn’t knowing what to ask for—it’s resisting the urge to speak when the other person goes quiet. That uncomfortable pause can make you lower your number, over-explain your position, or negotiate against yourself before the other side has said anything at all. You’ll learn how to anchor confidently, hold eye contact, count through seven seconds of silence, and respond without immediately defending or discounting your ask. Whether you’re negotiating salary, contract terms, or a major purchase, this episode shows how staying calm and quiet can shift the pressure back across the table. Episode Resources: ⁠https://elitehumandynamics.com/theos?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show-notes&utm_campaign=sib-episode-frame-5 Chapters 00:00 – The two words that cost you leverage01:00 – Why silence makes people fold02:30 – The cheapest move in negotiation03:20 – How anchoring shapes the entire