Types of Negotiation: Distributive vs Integrative

Types of Negotiation

Ron stared. The car was beautiful.  All shiny black metal and gleaming chrome everywhere.  Turning to the man beside him, whose name was Dave,  He asked about the car. “Isn’t she lovely?” “Uh huh. How much?” ‘$26,000. ‘You gotta be kidding. Blue book is $23,000!” “Blue book for this car, in this condition, is $26,500.” …

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Mob Rules: Mediating Disputes and The Art of Compromise

Mob Rules and The Art of Compromise

Those who know the Mafia only through the media will probably have trouble believing that the Mob goes to great lengths to avoid violence. The “Docile Don,” Angelo [Bruno] hated violence and valued negotiation and peace above all. – George Fresolone and Robert J. Wagman, Blood Oath The Mob’s main instrument for resolving disputes is …

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The Predictability of Distributive Bargaining

Negotiation Dance

This article examines the predictability of distributive bargaining between two negotiators, and conditions that might distort that predictability. It also introduces the important concept of the ‘negotiation dance,’ which is basic to the study of the negotiation process.          Negotiation is a social act; of communication and discovery between two or more people, with the goal …

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The D-List For C-Level Conflict

C-Level Conflict

By Amy L. Lieberman, Esq. C- Level and senior executive conflicts are a different animal.  Significant amounts of money and even entire businesses can be at stake.  Personalities can be larger than life. Conflict at this level of any company requires both a pragmatic and diplomatic approach.    Individual and even corporate reputations can be ravaged, …

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Negotiation in Practice at Camp David Summit

Israeli Palestine Conflict

By Ali Arif Introduction The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict is one of the longest running disputes in modern history.  It is a very complex issue which can be traced back to ancient times.  The issue can be analyzed from a geopolitical, religious, cultural, military, diplomatic as well as countless other angles.  However, this paper will focus on …

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Perceptual Bias and The Frustrated Negotiator

Perceptual Bias

By Scott C. Van Soye It’s after lunch, and Fred’s feeling pretty good as he sorts through today’s mail.  Ah! There it is, Tom Smith’s response to Fred’s settlement offer in Ajax Accounting v. Johnston. It’s a solid offer, and Fred smiles as he thinks about the vacation he’s going to take during what are …

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Business Communication Strategy: Communicate Effectively

Business communication strategy

Business communication strategies are vital to ensuring effective communication between a business and its audience. Communication is essential to any business, regardless of the product or service. Poor communication within the business can lead to many issues for the business, both from employees and consumers or clients alike. Understanding how to effectively communicate with a …

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Communication Problems

Communication Problems

There may be a communication problem when the workplace is missing the flow and is just not working the way it should. Workplaces are a common spot for communication issues to pop up. Coworkers are often not privy to each other’s communication styles, and pressure surrounding projects can cause a breakdown. These issues, if left …

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Hardship Waivers

Hardship Waivers

When trying to bring a relative to the United States, they may face inadmissibility and need to consider a hardship waiver to rectify the issue. A hardship waiver allows a relative that would typically be inadmissible to enter the United States because of the extreme hardship that the relative will face if they remain abroad. …

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