187: The New Rules of Dating and Negotiation: How to Get What You Deserve in Love and Relationships

About this episode

This episode explores how negotiation skills can enhance dating success and help individuals advocate for their needs in relationships.

What if dating success had less to do with luck… and more to do with negotiation? In this episode, Bela Gandhi sits down with negotiation expert Kristen Prinz to reveal how understanding your needs, setting boundaries, and advocating for yourself can transform your love life. Whether you're dating after divorce, feeling stuck, or ready to find love again, this conversation will help you stop settling and start creating the relationship you truly deserve. 👉 Apply to work with us: https://www.smartdatingacademy.com/contact 🌐 https://www.smartdatingacademy.com Kristen's website: https://www.prinz-lawfirm.com/ Pre-order Kristen's book: https://www.amazon.com/New-Rules-Negotiation-Shift-Matters/dp/1399832409/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=AUTHOR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SXXhMeK-iH4yKHrx_BoWxw.GzA2czqZss9itoPteaBJUF-CXW1VNg3gyaz0ttWipI0

People in this episode

Host: Bela Gandhi

Guest: Kristen Prinz

Topics covered

• dating
• negotiation
• relationships
• self-advocacy
• boundaries
• personal growth

Keywords

• dating success
• negotiation
• boundaries
• love life
• self-advocacy
• divorce
• relationship advice

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Smart Dating Academy, Prinz Law Firm

Products: New Rules of Negotiation

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