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Negotiation

The best Negotiation books — new releases and enduring classics — each distilled to its core framework, 7 takeaways, and a practical plan. Tap any book to distill it live.

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New & notable — the past year

2016

Never Split the Difference

Chris Voss

A former FBI hostage negotiator reveals tactical communication techniques for achieving better outcomes in any negotiation.

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1981

Getting to Yes

Roger Fisher, William Ury

The foundational guide to interest-based negotiation that has transformed how professionals approach deals and disputes.

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1999

Bargaining for Advantage

G. Richard Shell

Combines negotiation theory with practical strategies to help readers understand their own style and improve their results.

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1999

Difficult Conversations

Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, Sheila Heen

Shows how to navigate emotionally charged conversations with honesty and empathy while protecting your interests.

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1987

The Art of the Deal

Donald Trump, Tony Schwartz

A business-focused exploration of negotiation principles and real-world deal-making from a high-profile operator.

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2005

Harvard Negotiation Project: Beyond Reason

Roger Fisher, Daniel Shapiro

Addresses the emotional dimensions of negotiation and how to build rapport while staying focused on your goals.

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1999

Secrets of Power Negotiating

Roger Dawson

Teaches tactical moves and psychological principles for gaining advantage while maintaining professional relationships.

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2006

3-D Negotiation

David A. Lax, James K. Sebenius

Expands negotiation thinking beyond two-party deals to complex multi-stakeholder situations and creative problem-solving.

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2003

Women Don't Ask

Linda Babcock, Sara Laschever

Examines gender differences in negotiation and provides strategies for women to advocate effectively for themselves.

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2005

The Negotiation Handbook

Patrick S. Atiyah

A comprehensive legal and practical guide to negotiation principles, tactics, and ethics for professionals.

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The classics

1981

Getting to Yes

Roger Fisher, William Ury

The foundational guide to interest-based negotiation that has transformed how professionals approach deals and disputes.

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1987

The Art of the Deal

Donald Trump, Tony Schwartz

A business-focused exploration of negotiation principles and real-world deal-making from a high-profile operator.

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1999

Bargaining for Advantage

G. Richard Shell

Combines negotiation theory with practical strategies to help readers understand their own style and improve their results.

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1999

Difficult Conversations

Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, Sheila Heen

Shows how to navigate emotionally charged conversations with honesty and empathy while protecting your interests.

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1999

Secrets of Power Negotiating

Roger Dawson

Teaches tactical moves and psychological principles for gaining advantage while maintaining professional relationships.

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2003

Women Don't Ask

Linda Babcock, Sara Laschever

Examines gender differences in negotiation and provides strategies for women to advocate effectively for themselves.

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2005

Beyond Reason

Roger Fisher, Daniel Shapiro

Addresses the emotional dimensions of negotiation and how to build rapport while staying focused on your goals.

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2016

Never Split the Difference

Chris Voss

A former FBI hostage negotiator reveals tactical communication techniques for achieving better outcomes in any negotiation.

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2002

Crucial Conversations

Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler

Provides frameworks for holding high-stakes conversations where emotions run high and the stakes matter most.

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1983

The Negotiator

Frederick C. Mish

A comprehensive reference on negotiation terminology, principles, and historical case studies for serious practitioners.

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