By Brian Buck | 08/04/2025
Sweating the Summer Slump
It’s that time of year again. The sun is blazing, your inbox is full of “out of office” replies, and…
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By Brian Buck | 07/28/2025
Mercury in Retrograde: A Negotiator’s Cosmic Excuse?
Last week, a client asked if I could write something about Mercury being in retrograde and how it relates to…
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By Brian Buck | 07/14/2025
When Being Right Gets in the Way
In the heat of a negotiation, it’s easy to slip into the trap of trying to be right. We believe…
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By Brian Buck | 07/07/2025
Self-Evident Negotiation Truths
Every 4th of July, we pull out the fireworks, grill some hot dogs, and maybe even throw on a red-white-and-blue…
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By Brian Buck | 06/30/2025
25 Years of Yes
After 25 years of raising a family together with countless laughs, a few tears, and our share of ups and…
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By Brian Buck | 06/23/2025
Negotiating in the Spotlight
When it comes to negotiation, who’s watching can change everything. We’ve all been there. A meeting where the boss suddenly…
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By Brian Buck | 06/16/2025
A View From The Observation Deck
This past week, I spoke to a group of entrepreneurs about empowering their teams at the negotiating table. Many of…
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By Brian Buck | 06/09/2025
The Status Quo and Tariffs
Negotiations often come down to one issue: one side wants change, while the other prefers the status quo. The current…
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By Brian Buck | 06/02/2025
AI For Negotiators
Finally, AI for negotiators that makes sense. We’ve spoken with many negotiators about how they currently use AI, and their…
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By Brian Buck | 05/19/2025
Leadership Transitions
A new pope has just been elected by the College of Cardinals gathered in the papal conclave. The excitement is…
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By Brian Buck | 05/12/2025
Be More Combative!
Recently, I was speaking with a new prospect about a challenge he was facing. He said, “I need your negotiation…
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By Brian Buck | 05/05/2025
Time Is Precious: Don’t Waste It Negotiating
Life teaches us, often in quiet ways and sometimes in jarring ones, that time is our most limited and precious…
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