Parenting Insights
Forget about lost leaders, bait-and-switch tactics, and buy-one-get-one-free deals! Mothers possess an innate ability to negotiate and persuade, utilizing fundamental psychological principles to secure what they want and meet their objectives. With a little creativity and strategic thinking, moms can successfully close any deal and move on to the next “customer” in their busy lives. Here are the top strategies that make mothers exceptional saleswomen:
- Buy One, Get More: Arrive at the doctor’s office for Max’s cough, and casually mention, “Since we’re here, could you also check Lily’s rash, examine Jake’s ears, and perhaps fit me for a new IUD?”
- Same, Same But Different: Announce a dinner of your child’s favorite spaghetti and meatballs. Upon closer inspection, they’ll discover it’s actually spaghetti squash and meatloaf, complete with onions and mushrooms. But hey, it’s all food in the end!
- The Typo Trap: Message your partner to rush home for a “long massage.” When they arrive and prepare for relaxation, clarify, “Oh, ‘MASSAGE’ was a typo; I meant ‘MESSAGE.’ My mom is moving in this summer, so we need to convert the garage into a guest room.”
- Creative Menu Building: At a high-end Italian restaurant, claim your child won’t eat much and decide to share your gourmet pizza. Then, subtly ask for A) a side of tomatoes B) grated cheese C) shredded carrots D) extra ranch dressing. Your child now has a complete meal!
- Games and Rewards: Winners of “The Quiet Game” earn $5, and “Find mom’s lost items!” can net prizes like juice boxes or even a trip to McDonald’s for finding the missing sunglasses.
- Rebranding Healthy Foods: Broccoli is now “trees,” and veggie juice is “Hulk soda.” Healthy snacks are skewered and served with dipping sauce to make them more appealing.
- Limited-Time Offers: “Be ready with shoes and your backpack before I count to 10, or the car leaves without you!” Or, “If you two can’t stop bickering, I’ll step in, and trust me, you won’t like my decision!”
- Instant Discounts: “You don’t need to finish it all. Just five more bites will do.” Also, “I’m only required to feed and clothe you; fun outings are a bonus!”
- Warranties and Guarantees: “If that goldfish breaks, you won’t get another one.” And, “When I’m gone, I guarantee you’ll wish you had treated me nicer.”
- Negotiation Tactics: Start with an assumptive close: “Are you going to stop kicking my seat before or after I raise my voice?” Cleverly negotiate, “If you don’t drive me crazy this week, I’ll throw in a trip to Disneyland with ice cream and cotton candy!”
These natural sales skills would surely make any mom a top contender for management positions in the corporate world. Meanwhile, your household may be in need of a CEO, and no one is better qualified than you!
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In summary, mothers utilize a range of clever negotiation tactics and creative strategies in their daily lives, making them some of the best saleswomen out there. Their skills not only help in managing family life but also demonstrate their unique ability to adapt and thrive in any situation.