A human-centered negotiation system designed to work across any important conversation. The proven Aligned methodology behind $1B+ in enterprise value.
Trusted by companies like
Relationships
Build trust and open communication
Process
Keeps the negotiation on track and ensures clarity
Goals
Make sure both sides understand what success looks like
Knowing what type of negotiation you’re in
The ASF categorizes negotiation into four types:
Bargaining
Zero-sum, competitive exchanges
Trading
Multi-issue negotiation and balanced outcomes
Creating
Collaborative, value-expanding mindset
Partnering
Long-term, trust-based collaboration
The lifecycle of any negotiation
The ASF moves with you across the four phases of negotiation, from preparation to close
Simulation-led practice, not theoretical lectures
Shared language across functions
Tools that translate into better preparation
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“After going through Aligned training myself, I saw immediate impact and signed the rest of my organization up. Now we have a common language, set of tools, and standards across the board. Not only has the feedback been excellent, but the results are even better.”
Jerome Barrillon
President, Microaire
