We're way too timid and uncreative in our business negotiations, according to Dr. GAry S. Goodman, best-selling author, and radio and TV expert commentator. According to this popular speaker and business coach, we should be inviting our counterparts to an "off-the-menu" experience, instead!

Before you conclude it's impossible to make that deal, consider seven crucial things, says Dr. Gary S. Goodman, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and President of Customersatisfaction.com.

What can you do to maximize your salary? Here are some tips that can help you dramatically move the odds in your favor.