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Learn French negotiation and salary phrases. Professionals negotiating in French who need phrases that push back without sounding aggressive. This is a practical French lesson podcast for English speakers: short...
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Learn French negotiation and salary phrases. Professionals negotiating in French who need phrases that push back without sounding aggressive. This is a practical French lesson podcast for English speakers: short real-life situations, French phrases with phonetic spelling, what natives actually mean, register tips, and when a safer alternative is better. Episodes are hosted in English with real French examples — not a dry textbook lecture. Each episode helps you push back politely without sounding aggressive in French deals. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release.
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24 AGO. 2026 · In this episode, we cover French Vendor Price Pushback. The conversation opens with: Welcome to French Negotiation Phrases. I'm Celine. Understanding French Vendor Price Pushback matters when a supplier quotes a higher rate than expected during contract talks. You prepare standard lines from textbooks yet they land too softly or come across as confrontational. Because of this mismatch the vendor either holds firm or ends the discussion early. However real French negotiation relies on specific pushback that stays polite while show Listen for the key context, practical takeaways, and the most important points to carry forward.
Welcome to French Negotiation Phrases. I'm Celine. Understanding French Vendor Price Pushback matters when a supplier quotes a higher rate than expected during contract talks. You prepare standard lines from textbooks yet they land too softly or come across as confrontational. Because of this mismatch the vendor either holds firm or ends the discussion early. However real French negotiation relies on specific pushback that stays polite while showing you mean business. The thing is textbook phrases ignore local register and tone so they rarely open room for compromise. Instead you need expressions that signal limits without shutting down the conversation. Although many professionals default to simple refusals those often fail to invite counter offers. Meanwhile French vendors respond better to calibrated wording that keeps respect intact. Since salary and vendor deals depend on clear boun
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24 AGO. 2026 · In this episode, we cover French Vendor Price Pushback. The conversation opens with: Welcome to French Negotiation Phrases. I'm Celine. Understanding French Vendor Price Pushback matters when a supplier quotes a higher rate than expected during contract talks. You prepare standard lines from textbooks yet they land too softly or come across as confrontational. Because of this mismatch the vendor either holds firm or ends the discussion early. However real French negotiation relies on specific pushback that stays polite while show Listen for the key context, practical takeaways, and the most important points to carry forward.
Welcome to French Negotiation Phrases. I'm Celine. Understanding French Vendor Price Pushback matters when a supplier quotes a higher rate than expected during contract talks. You prepare standard lines from textbooks yet they land too softly or come across as confrontational. Because of this mismatch the vendor either holds firm or ends the discussion early. However real French negotiation relies on specific pushback that stays polite while showing you mean business. The thing is textbook phrases ignore local register and tone so they rarely open room for compromise. Instead you need expressions that signal limits without shutting down the conversation. Although many professionals default to simple refusals those often fail to invite counter offers. Meanwhile French vendors respond better to calibrated wording that keeps respect intact. Since salary and vendor deals depend on clear boun
Subscribe for weekly explainers — no guru fluff, just tactics you can apply this week. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/french-negotiation-phrases--7160250/support.
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17 AGO. 2026 · In this episode, mastering the art of negotiation can feel daunting enough in your native tongue, but doing it in French without the right phrases might leave you at a serious disadvantage. In this episode of our language series, we break down essential French negotiation phrases that will help you confidently navigate deals, contracts, and discussions like a true professional.
These practical expressions are tailored for business executives, international travelers, and language learners who regularly engage in negotiations across French-speaking markets. From polite concessions to firm counteroffers, you'll discover how to build rapport, handle objections, and close agreements with cultural finesse that impresses native speakers.
Don't miss out on leveling up your French skills—subscribe now for weekly episodes packed with useful phrases and tips!
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17 AGO. 2026 · In this episode, mastering the art of negotiation can feel daunting enough in your native tongue, but doing it in French without the right phrases might leave you at a serious disadvantage. In this episode of our language series, we break down essential French negotiation phrases that will help you confidently navigate deals, contracts, and discussions like a true professional.
These practical expressions are tailored for business executives, international travelers, and language learners who regularly engage in negotiations across French-speaking markets. From polite concessions to firm counteroffers, you'll discover how to build rapport, handle objections, and close agreements with cultural finesse that impresses native speakers.
Don't miss out on leveling up your French skills—subscribe now for weekly episodes packed with useful phrases and tips!
📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at french@senseofthisshit.com.
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9 JUL. 2026 · In this episode, Hook: When your carefully rehearsed French suddenly fails you at a tense dinner table or a border checkpoint, knowing the right phrases can mean the difference between a handshake and a headache. French Negotiation Phrases is your essential guide for travelers, expats, business professionals, and anyone navigating high-stakes conversations in France, from haggling at a flea market to settling a bill at a restaurant or resolving a simple misunderstanding with a landlord.
This episode breaks down the core vocabulary you need to stay calm, polite, and in control. You’ll learn how to soften demands with “*On pourrait peut-être…*” (We could perhaps…), signal flexibility with “*Je suis ouvert à une autre option*” (I’m open to another option), and firmly but respectfully disagree using “*Je ne suis pas tout à fait d’accord*” (I don’t quite agree). We also cover the critical phrases for conceding gracefully and sealing a deal, ensuring you never accidentally escalate a minor issue into a major conflict.
Don’t let a language barrier turn a simple negotiation into a lost opportunity. Tune in now to master these survival-level negotiation phrases—and if you find yourself using them on your next trip, hit that subscribe button so you never miss a future episode packed with real-world French for real-world situations.
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Learn French negotiation and salary phrases. Professionals negotiating in French who need phrases that push back without sounding aggressive. This is a practical French lesson podcast for English speakers: short...
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Learn French negotiation and salary phrases. Professionals negotiating in French who need phrases that push back without sounding aggressive. This is a practical French lesson podcast for English speakers: short real-life situations, French phrases with phonetic spelling, what natives actually mean, register tips, and when a safer alternative is better. Episodes are hosted in English with real French examples — not a dry textbook lecture. Each episode helps you push back politely without sounding aggressive in French deals. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release.
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