MasterClass: Chris Voss – The Art of Negotiation In a world where we negotiate every day—whether asking for a raise, buying a car, or simply deciding who does the dishes—few people are better equipped to teach the craft than . As a former lead hostage negotiator for the FBI, Voss spent decades talking kidnappers and terrorists into peaceful resolutions.
Voss argues that When someone says no, they feel in control and safe. By framing questions to trigger a "no" (e.g., "Is it totally ridiculous to ask for a Friday deadline?" ), you lower their guard and open the door to real progress. The "Black Swan" Theory MasterClass - Chris Voss - The Art of Negotiati...
One of the most counterintuitive lessons in the course is Voss’s disdain for the word "Yes." Most negotiators try to trap people into saying yes, which makes people feel defensive and wary. MasterClass: Chris Voss – The Art of Negotiation