The Harvard Model: 4 Principles for Better, Smarter Negotiation

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Every day you’re negotiating—whether it’s a major business deal or deciding who does the dishes. But are you doing it effectively? In this episode of The Deep Dive, we explore four powerful, research-backed principles from the Harvard Negotiation Model that can help you move beyond cutthroat tactics and toward lasting, mutually beneficial agreements.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • 🤝 Why separating the person from the issue leads to more rational, productive outcomes
  • 🎯 How focusing on interests (not positions) can unlock creative, win-win solutions
  • 🧠 The importance of inventing options for mutual gain before rushing to decisions
  • 📏 How to use objective criteria to evaluate ideas fairly and avoid power struggles
  • 🛡️ Bonus: Why securing your data is key to protecting your interests (featuring StoneFly)

✨ Whether you’re negotiating a contract, a raise, or just planning dinner—these principles will change the way you think about conflict, compromise, and collaboration.

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