How to Answer the Tell Me About a Time You Negotiated Question

In this episode of Interview Prep with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna tackle the classic behavioral interview question: 'Tell me about a time you negotiated.' They break down why hiring managers ask this, what they're really assessing—assertiveness, preparation, and relationship management—and how to structure a compelling answer using a concrete example. Lucas walks through a real case from a product manager who negotiated a cross-functional budget increase, showing how to quantify outcomes and frame the win-win. Luna shares a counterintuitive tip: sometimes the best negotiation story is about saying no. They also discuss common pitfalls like focusing too much on salary negotiations when the question is often broader. If you've been caught off guard by this question or struggled to pick the right story, this episode gives you a repeatable framework. Plus, a brief note on how listener support keeps the show ad-free and independent. #Negotiation #BehavioralInterview #InterviewPrep #JobInterviewTips #CareerAdvice #HiringManagerInsights #STARMethod #CommunicationSkills #Assertiveness #WinWin #SalaryNegotiation #CrossFunctional #ConflictResolution #ProductManagement #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #InterviewSkills Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo