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Ahead of the Curve: A Greg Dannis Checklist to Strategic Negotiations Prep

Oct 16, 2026 | Education Law, Resources

 

Successful and effective negotiations begin before you walk in the room. To secure the best outcomes for your district, preparation is non-negotiable. Use this best-practices framework to support your team, establish clear economic parameters, and keep students at the center of the conversation. This checklist will also ensure the district team is ready to respond to the usual requests for information (RFIs) likely to be made in the course of bargaining.

 

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