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Business Phrases [Negotiation & Decision Making]

  These basic phrases can help in everyday business communication for negotiation and decision making.


1. Let's find a middle ground

Meaning: Trying to reach a compromise or agreement.

  • "Let's find a middle ground that works for both of us."

  • "We may have different views, but let's find a middle ground."

2. What’s your position on this?

Meaning: Asking for someone’s opinion or stance on a matter.

  • "What’s your position on this? We need to understand your concerns."

  • "Can you clarify what’s your position on this?"

3. I see where you're coming from

Meaning: Acknowledging and understanding someone's perspective.

  • "I see where you're coming from, but here’s another consideration."

  • "I see where you're coming from, let’s try to address that."

4. Let's go over the details

Meaning: Reviewing the specific points of the agreement or decision.

  • "Let’s go over the details before we finalize the deal."

  • "Let’s go over the details and make sure we're aligned."

5. I understand your concerns

Meaning: Acknowledging and empathizing with someone’s worries.

  • "I understand your concerns, and I think we can find a solution."

  • "I understand your concerns, let's discuss how we can address them."

6. How do you feel about this proposal?

Meaning: Asking for the other party's opinion on the proposal.

  • "How do you feel about this proposal? Does it meet your expectations?"

  • "How do you feel about this proposal? We can make adjustments if needed."

7. Let's explore all options

Meaning: Considering all available alternatives before deciding.

  • "Let's explore all options before we make a final decision."

  • "Let’s explore all options and see what works best for everyone."

8. We’re on the same page

Meaning: Ensuring everyone agrees on a matter.

  • "We’re on the same page, so let’s proceed with this plan."

  • "I think we’re on the same page regarding the next steps."

9. What are your priorities?

Meaning: Understanding what matters most to the other party.

  • "What are your priorities? We need to understand what’s most important."

  • "What are your priorities? Let’s make sure we focus on them."

10. Let’s take a step back

Meaning: Pausing the conversation to gain perspective.

  • "Let’s take a step back and consider the bigger picture."

  • "Let’s take a step back and reassess the situation."

11. I think we can come to an agreement

Meaning: Expressing optimism about reaching a consensus.

  • "I think we can come to an agreement that works for both parties."

  • "I think we can come to an agreement, let's work on the details."

12. Let’s revisit the terms

Meaning: Reviewing the conditions or details of an agreement.

  • "Let’s revisit the terms before we move forward."

  • "Let’s revisit the terms to make sure we’re clear on everything."

13. That’s a fair point

Meaning: Agreeing with someone’s argument or observation.

  • "That’s a fair point, let’s incorporate that into our plan."

  • "That’s a fair point, we’ll need to adjust our approach accordingly."

14. I’m open to negotiation

Meaning: Willing to discuss or compromise on terms.

  • "I’m open to negotiation, let’s find a solution that works for both of us."

  • "I’m open to negotiation if you have any alternative proposals."

15. Let’s agree to disagree

Meaning: Acknowledging that a consensus may not be reached but respecting differing opinions.

  • "Let’s agree to disagree on this matter and move forward."

  • "We have different views, so let’s agree to disagree for now."

16. We’ll need to make some concessions

Meaning: Accepting that compromises must be made.

  • "We’ll need to make some concessions to reach a deal."

  • "We’ll need to make some concessions to meet halfway."

17. Let’s put a pin in this

Meaning: Temporarily pausing a discussion to return to it later.

  • "Let’s put a pin in this and revisit it next week."

  • "Let’s put a pin in this for now and continue later."

18. We need to compromise

Meaning: Finding a middle ground through mutual concessions.

  • "We need to compromise if we want to make this work."

  • "We need to compromise on the price to get a deal."

19. What are the key deal-breakers?

Meaning: Identifying the factors that will prevent agreement.

  • "What are the key deal-breakers? Let’s clarify these upfront."

  • "What are the key deal-breakers? I want to understand your position clearly."

20. Let’s be realistic

Meaning: Encouraging a practical approach to the situation.

  • "Let’s be realistic about the timeline; we need more time."

  • "Let’s be realistic; we can’t guarantee results overnight."

21. What’s the best offer you can make?

Meaning: Asking for the most favorable terms from the other party.

  • "What’s the best offer you can make? We need to find a middle ground."

  • "What’s the best offer you can make? I’m open to hearing your thoughts."

22. Let’s move forward with

Meaning: Proceeding with an agreement or plan.

  • "Let’s move forward with the proposed changes."

  • "Let’s move forward with this decision and finalize the details."

23. What’s the next step?

Meaning: Clarifying the actions to take after a decision is made.

  • "What’s the next step? We need to discuss the action items."

  • "What’s the next step? After we sign, we can begin the project."

24. Let’s finalize the details

Meaning: Completing the agreement with all specifics in place.

  • "Let’s finalize the details and wrap this up."

  • "Let’s finalize the details and ensure everything is clear."

25. I’d like to get your input

Meaning: Seeking the other person’s opinion or advice.

  • "I’d like to get your input on the new proposal."

  • "I’d like to get your input before we proceed further."

26. We need to prioritize

Meaning: Focusing on the most important aspects.

  • "We need to prioritize these tasks if we’re going to meet the deadline."

  • "We need to prioritize customer satisfaction above all else."

27. I’m willing to negotiate

Meaning: Indicating readiness to discuss terms.

  • "I’m willing to negotiate on the price if you’re flexible."

  • "I’m willing to negotiate further to reach a deal."

28. Let’s review the options

Meaning: Considering different choices or alternatives.

  • "Let’s review the options before making a final decision."

  • "Let’s review the options and choose the best one."

29. We need to reach an agreement

Meaning: Emphasizing the need to come to a consensus.

  • "We need to reach an agreement soon to avoid further delays."

  • "It’s important that we need to reach an agreement today."

30. Can we settle on

Meaning: Agreeing on a specific term or condition.

  • "Can we settle on this price and move forward?"

  • "Can we settle on this approach for now?"

31. Let’s get this in writing

Meaning: Confirming an agreement formally.

  • "Let’s get this in writing so we’re both on the same page."

  • "Once we agree, we’ll get this in writing."

32. We’re almost there

Meaning: Indicating that an agreement or decision is close.

  • "We’re almost there, just a few more details to finalize."

  • "We’re nearly done; we’re almost there."

33. Let’s focus on the big picture

Meaning: Encouraging a broader perspective beyond the details.

  • "Let’s focus on the big picture and not get bogged down by small issues."

  • "Let’s focus on the big picture and what’s best for the company."

34. This is non-negotiable

Meaning: Indicating that a certain term or condition cannot be changed.

  • "This is non-negotiable, we cannot go below this price."

  • "The deadline is non-negotiable."

35. Can we agree on that?

Meaning: Checking if everyone agrees with a proposal or decision.

  • "Can we agree on that? Is this acceptable to everyone?"

  • "Does everyone agree? Can we agree on that?"

36. Let’s take this offline

Meaning: Suggesting to discuss something privately or at a later time.

  • "Let’s take this offline and have a separate conversation."

  • "This needs more discussion. Let’s take this offline."

37. I need more information

Meaning: Requesting further details to make a decision.

  • "I need more information before I can make a final decision."

  • "I need more information on the market trends."

38. Can we compromise on

Meaning: Asking if both parties can meet halfway.

  • "Can we compromise on the deadline?"

  • "Can we compromise on the terms of the deal?"

39. Let’s consider all factors

Meaning: Reviewing all relevant aspects before making a decision.

  • "Let’s consider all factors before proceeding."

  • "Let’s consider all factors and make an informed decision."

40. This is a win-win situation

Meaning: A deal where both sides benefit.

  • "This is a win-win situation for both parties."

  • "If we agree on these terms, it’s definitely a win-win situation."

41. I need your approval

Meaning: Seeking someone’s consent or agreement.

  • "I need your approval before we can proceed."

  • "I need your approval to finalize the terms."

42. Let’s move toward a resolution

Meaning: Aiming to find a solution or agreement.

  • "Let’s move toward a resolution and come to a conclusion."

  • "Let’s move toward a resolution that works for everyone."

43. What’s your counteroffer?

Meaning: Asking for an alternative proposal.

  • "What’s your counteroffer? Let’s see if we can meet halfway."

  • "We can’t accept this, so what’s your counteroffer?"

44. Let’s settle this now

Meaning: Trying to reach a conclusion quickly.

  • "Let’s settle this now so we can move forward."

  • "We’ve discussed it enough; let’s settle this now."

45. I’m not sure we can agree on that

Meaning: Expressing uncertainty about a particular term.

  • "I’m not sure we can agree on that, but let’s keep negotiating."

  • "I’m not sure we can agree on that, but let’s see if there’s room for

compromise."

46. This is the best we can offer

Meaning: Indicating the final or most favorable offer.

  • "This is the best we can offer, we cannot reduce the price further."

  • "We’ve made all adjustments. This is the best we can offer."

47. Can we expedite this process?

Meaning: Requesting that something be done more quickly.

  • "Can we expedite this process? We need to close the deal faster."

  • "Can we expedite this process? The timeline is tight."

48. I think we’re almost there

Meaning: Suggesting that an agreement is near.

  • "I think we’re almost there, just one more point to finalize."

  • "We’ve discussed everything; I think we’re almost there."

49. Let’s avoid unnecessary delays

Meaning: Emphasizing the importance of making decisions quickly.

  • "Let’s avoid unnecessary delays and get this decision made."

  • "Let’s avoid unnecessary delays and move forward with the plan."

50. What’s the final decision?

Meaning: Asking for the conclusion or final call.

  • "What’s the final decision? We need to know how to proceed."

  • "We’ve discussed everything, so what’s the final decision?"


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