Effective note-taking is undeniably one of the most important tasks during negotiations. As part of a company’s comprehensive preparation, they should assign a detail-oriented note-taker that can operate in a fast-paced setting. What critical pieces of information must the note-taker include?
- Notes include the full names of the individuals in attendance
- Notes contain the date, time, and exact location of the session
- Notes include when either side agrees to an explanation of past practice or a general understanding of how a contract provision is administered
- Notes include when either side asks for clarification about a specific proposal
- Notes include when either side gives examples of how a proposal is applied and administered
- Notes include when either side explains why it is making a specific proposal
- Notes include when either side explains why a specific proposal is important
- Acceptable forms of notetaking are typed or legible handwritten notes
- Never permit anyone to record a negotiating session
- Notes are intended to be as accurate and structured as possible