Establish control by choosing a venue that is more conducive to small meetings. In fact, use the idea of a meeting on a sailboat as your gold standard. Participation is limited, privacy is maximized, the surroundings are conducive to pleasure and relaxation, and you maintain total control over the timing. Even if you can’t literally procure a sailboat for your meeting site (not many of us can), always make an effort to woo your negotiating opponent before getting down to business.
