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even in a world of artificial intelligence, the fundamentals of strategic negotiation remain unchanged.

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When AI Agents Negotiate: Why Human Principles Matter More Than Ever

When AI Agents Negotiate: Why Human Principles Matter More Than Ever How Stanford research on AI-to-AI negotiations reveals the enduring importance of RED BEAR's foundational negotiation framework When Stanford researchers put AI agents head-to-head...

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Vietnam and the US make significant progress in third round of trade negotiations, showcasing how organizational power and strategic alignment can overcome complex tariff disputes and strengthen international partnerships.

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How Vietnam's Trade Negotiations Show the Power of Organizational Alignment

Vietnam and the United States have concluded their third round of trade negotiations in Washington D.C., marking significant progress in talks aimed...

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Arsenal's decision to walk away from Viktor Gyökeres negotiations demonstrates strategic negotiation discipline over desperation tactics.

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Arsenal's Strategic Walkaway: Why Smart Negotiators Know When to Leave the Table

When Arsenal stepped away from negotiations for Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres, many fans saw it as a missed opportunity to land one of Europe's...

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From the US-China trade framework to toxic city council talks, this week's major negotiations reveal three critical lessons about patience, emotional management, and organizational power that every negotiator needs to understand.

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This Week's Negotiation Lessons (Ed to Trade)

It's been a fascinating week for negotiation watchers. From marathon diplomatic sessions in London to local government disputes that turned "toxic,"...

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Learn why some pharma giants consistently execute while others fail to convert licensing agreements into acquisitions.

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Big Pharma Negotiations: the ROFN Reality Check

Right of first negotiation agreements have become a staple of biopharma licensing deals—a seemingly elegant way for Big Pharma to secure optionality...

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When NFL star T.J. Watt skipped mandatory minicamp over contract negotiations, he demonstrated a masterclass in situational power. Learn how timing, leverage, and strategic pressure create negotiation advantage.

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T.J. Watt's Contract Holdout: Let's Talk About Situational Power

When Pittsburgh Steelers superstar T.J. Watt skipped mandatory minicamp this week, most fans saw a disgruntled player flexing his muscles. But...

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How Chelsea FC and Toronto Maple Leafs' current contract negotiations reveal the hidden dynamics of situational power in professional sports deal-making.

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Sports Negotiations: When Situational Power Trumps Market Value

In the high-stakes world of professional sports, negotiations often come down to more than just dollars and performance stats. Two ongoing...

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Finnair's 10-month pilot union negotiation reveals key lessons about leverage, timing, and strategic patience in complex business negotiations. Learn RED BEAR's proven principles.

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The 10-Month Finnair Negotiation: Patience or Pressure?

The recent Finnair pilot union agreement proves a critical point that most negotiators miss: extended timelines aren't negotiation failures—they're...

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Learn strategic negotiation principles from this week's headlines: NBA trades, Medicare negotiations, and international deals reveal what separates winners from wishful thinkers.

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This Week in Negotiation: Deal-Making Truths

From NBA trade deadlocks to international diplomacy, this week's headlines offered a masterclass in negotiation dynamics. Whether you're managing...

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Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd's swift response to GE414 engine deal rumors reveals critical negotiation lessons for procurement professionals managing complex, high-value supplier relationships.

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HAL-GE Engine Deal: How Defense Procurement Giants Navigate High-Stakes Negotiations

When Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) issued a firm denial on June 4, 2025, regarding reports of stalled negotiations with General Electric over the...

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