THROW away your books on diplomatic negotiation and compromise. The Note has discovered a new negotiating tactic in a book this week: How to negotiate like a child – unleash the little monster within to get everything you want. The book encouraged tactics such as throwing tantrums and pretending to not hear or understand what the other side is saying in order to get your way. Although meant as a tongue-in-cheek guide, anyone who has ever tried to negotiate with a four-year-old will realise their unique negotiating power. The book promises effective negotiating techniques inspired by children that will help you get what you want in any situation: from sealing a million-dollar business deal to getting a seat on an airplane. So, next time you don’t get what you want, see how far you get by throwing your toys out of the cot and having a good old tantrum.