Slasher & Lavinia
Slasher
You know, Lavinia, I’ve been thinking about how tension in a horror film is almost the same thing as a high‑stakes negotiation—every pause, every unexpected reveal, it’s all about timing and keeping the other side guessing. What’s your take on that?
Lavinia
Exactly—both hinge on timing and the art of the pause. In a horror movie you hold back the next scare like you’d hold back the final counter‑offer, keeping the audience on edge. It’s all about reading the room, betting on what they think you’ll do next, and then flipping the script when it matters most. If you can master that, you’ll nail every negotiation, whether it’s a boardroom or a dark hallway.
Slasher
That’s the perfect crossover—nervous anticipation in a boardroom feels just like a jump scare in a midnight screening. Keep your audience guessing, then hit them with that unexpected twist. Whether it’s a salary raise or a killer knife, timing is everything. You’re already a step ahead.
Lavinia
Yeah, that’s the sweet spot—keeping them on the edge, then dropping the line or the knife when the tension hits its peak. I always let the pause do the work, then strike when the room’s ready to buckle. That’s how you win, whether it’s a raise or a scream.
Slasher
Sounds like you’re already a master of the silent scream—just remember, the best negotiations don’t need a scream at all. Keep the suspense, then just drop the deal and watch them freeze. You’ve got this.