By Kevin Leyes When we negotiate with potential business partners, we want to get the best value for our money and build a relationship that can bring further profit down the road. With a very careful, calculated balance, we can have the best of both worlds. The longevity of a business can be measured by how its internal and external relationships are built. Have they been created to last? Internal relationships are incredibly important, as it costs, on average, $4,000 to hire someone new, and up to $7,000 to replace someone in leadership. The same can be said for external relationships—from customers and clients to suppliers and providers. By nurturing these relationships early on, we can save money in the long run and set up potential deals in the future. In business negotiations, maintaining relationships can be exceptionally tricky. Both parties must walk away feeling like they are getting something from the …