🚫 DON’T: Panic, get defensive, or rush to fill the silence. Reacting emotionally can escalate the situation and make you lose control of the conversation. ✅ DO: Stay calm, grounded, and listen. Let them express themselves without interrupting. A steady presence diffuses tension and shows emotional intelligence—key in high-stakes negotiations. You don’t have to match their energy. In fact, the most powerful move is not reacting. Hold your ground with calm confidence. Ever had to stay cool under pressure? Tell me how you handled it 👇 #EmotionalControl #NegotiationTactics #StayComposed