Round numbers beg to be negotiated, usually by counteroffer round numbers. Odd numbers sound harder, firmer, less negotiable.
Mark McCormackThe mental game of business is understanding this Paradox: the better you think you are doing, the greater should be your cause for concern: the more self-satisfied you are with your accomplishments, your past achievements, your 'right moves', the less you should be.
Mark McCormackIn our business, the windows of opportunity open and close with dazzling rapidity...I constantly have to remind people to seize the moment.
Mark McCormack