NEGOTIATEx

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Joan Moon, founder of Moon Negotiation, discusses her professional journey, which focuses on training women to navigate gender bias in negotiations. She shares her experience as a teacher in the Bronx and how it led her to pursue negotiation training. Additionally, Joan highlights the demand for negotiation training among women and the prevalence of gendered issues in negotiations. She emphasizes the importance of understanding bias and its impact on negotiations and suggests strategies such as the win-win framing technique. Joan also discusses the need for organizations to focus on fixing structures and processes to overcome biases and create more equitable environments.

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Nolan and Aram continue their conversation with Samuel Dinnar, an entrepreneurial negotiations expert. They discuss the importance of having a trusted advisor in negotiations and the benefits of preparing and debriefing with someone who can provide a different perspective. The speakers also discuss the use of agents in negotiations and the advantages and disadvantages of working with them. Samuel emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to take ownership of their negotiation process and suggests negotiating the process itself at the beginning of a negotiation. He also addresses the challenges of gender and cultural biases in entrepreneurial negotiations and provides strategies for handling these challenges. The episode concludes with Samuel’s advice for budding entrepreneurs, which is to keep a journal or logbook of negotiations and to make incremental progress in improving negotiation skills.

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Nolan and Aram interview Samuel Dinnar, an instructor at the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School and an engineering leadership lecturer at MIT. Samuel discusses his background as an engineer, pilot, and theater enthusiast and how these experiences have influenced his approach to negotiation. The conversation then focuses on entrepreneurial negotiation, with Dinnar sharing advice for young engineering students interested in entrepreneurship. The speakers also discuss Samuel's book, "Entrepreneurial Negotiation," which explores the complexity of entrepreneurship and the critical role of negotiation in each stage of the entrepreneurial journey. Additionally, Samuel highlights the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs, such as managing risk and uncertainty, building authentic relationships, and avoiding common negotiation mistakes.

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Nolan and Aram continue their conversation with Guy Ellis, a tenured executive leader, M&A expert, and serial entrepreneur. They discuss the importance of building relationships in negotiations and how authenticity, kindness, care, grit, skill, and perseverance are key elements in both sports and negotiations. The speakers also touch on the topic of negotiating in the nonprofit sector, highlighting the challenges of aligning the goals of various stakeholders and the importance of transparent communication and education. The episode ends by Guy urging listeners to negotiate by prioritizing others' needs and to enhance active listening in both personal and business relations.

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Nolan and Aram interview Guy Ellis, a chartered CFO and negotiator. Guy discusses his background in negotiation and the importance of building relationships and trust in negotiations. He shares a story about a challenging M&A deal he negotiated and the key principles he applied to achieve a successful outcome. Guy also emphasizes the importance of mindset in negotiations, including collaboration, active listening, and reflection. He explains how negotiation styles may vary across different cultures and the need for preparation and understanding of cultural nuances. Finally, Guy relates his sports leadership experience to negotiation strategies, highlighting the importance of enjoying the journey and building relationships in negotiations.

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Nolan and Aram continue their conversation with Andy Fairie, a cognitive behavioral therapist, retired police officer, hostage crisis negotiator, and author. They discuss the importance of purpose in negotiations and how it is easy to get derailed from the core purpose. The speakers also talk about the significance of active listening and empathy in negotiations and provide tips on how to improve these skills. Additionally, Andy shares his experience of using negotiation and communication skills to reduce the effects of protest groups in Scotland. He also explains the basics of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and how it can be applied in daily life to bring about sustainable change. The episode concludes with a discussion on the role of emotions in negotiations and the importance of emotional awareness.

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Nolan and Aram interview Andy Fairie, a former British police officer and hostage crisis negotiator. Andy shares his personal journey in negotiation and discusses the key components of the negotiation process used by the police force. He introduces his own model called SIMPLE, which stands for Stop, Introduce Yourself, Make it Possible to Listen, Know Your Purpose, Listen, and Empathize. Andy emphasizes the importance of de-escalating oneself before de-escalating others, introducing oneself to establish a personal connection, creating the conditions for effective listening, and building trust through acceptance, genuineness, and empathy. He also highlights the significance of empathy in negotiations and the power of making others feel heard and understood.

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Lou Carter continues the conversation with Steve Alban Tineo, CEO of Assertive Group. They discuss the conferences Steve offers for individuals seeking to improve their conflict management skills. Steve emphasizes the importance of authenticity and creating a space where people can openly be themselves. He also talks about the role of emotional intelligence in negotiations and conflict resolution, highlighting the need to understand the emotional interests behind rational arguments. Additionally, Steve shares his experiences with Vision for Peace Initiative, which aims to support children and vulnerable individuals. He also discusses his program on swimming with sharks, which focuses on overcoming fear and building resilience. The episode concludes with Steve’s advice on becoming more effective in negotiations, emphasizing the importance of humility, resilience, and taking action.

In this episode of the NEGOTIATEx podcast, Adrian Goodwin discusses her book “Twins In The City.” The book is aimed at fostering understanding for the diverse roles of law enforcement through children’s literature. The narrative showcases officers from various backgrounds engaging in community events to inspire children and educate parents. Adrian’s twins, featured in the book, have greatly embraced their roles, enhancing their public speaking skills and confidence. Adrian emphasizes the educational aspect of her work, highlighting inclusivity within law enforcement and her dedication to changing perceptions through positive engagement and empowerment. The episode also touches on Adrian’s negotiation strategies, emphasizing compassion, active listening, and a collaborative mindset in both professional and personal settings.