What Negotiation Taught Me About Bedtime Boundaries

As a mortgage professional, I spend my days navigating complex negotiations. The one thing every good negotiator knows? You must define your non-negotiables early. At home, my non-negotiable isn't the interest rate—it's 8 PM bedtime. I’ve learned that the strategies that succeed in the boardroom are the same ones needed for the bedroom: set a strict time budget, hold a firm 'closing date,' and manage all the 'stakeholders.' It’s time to secure your most valuable asset: your sanity.