Strong negotiation outcomes begin long before you enter the room.

The Strategic Pre-Negotiation Research Framework, an Agent.so guide, gives you a clear, actionable system to gather the insights you need to negotiate with confidence.

Whether you’re navigating a job offer, business deal, or client contract, this guide helps you approach every conversation informed and prepared.

You’ll follow a step-by-step process to uncover relevant data, understand key players, and build a strategic foundation for better outcomes.

Research the right details to gain a tactical advantage

Effective negotiation is driven by informed decision-making. This guide shows you how to research industry trends, competitive landscapes, and market conditions so you can understand the broader context of any deal.

You'll also learn how to map stakeholders and decision-makers, giving you insight into who influences the outcome and how to tailor your approach accordingly.

Financial analysis tools help you assess the financial health and priorities of the other party, allowing you to anticipate objections, frame your offers strategically, and reduce risk.

Organize insights into a clear, actionable plan

Preparation is only as good as your ability to apply it. This Agent.so guide includes research brief templates to consolidate your findings, along with problem-solving strategies for common research challenges such as limited access to data or time constraints. By the end, you’ll have a streamlined research plan that supports clear, strategic action in every negotiation.

Whether you’re new to negotiation or looking to sharpen your skills, this guide gives you the clarity, structure, and foresight needed to achieve stronger and more strategic results.

Use this guide to walk into any negotiation prepared, confident, and ready to make better deals.