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TED Radio Hour · March 6, 2026 · 49m

Getting what you want: A guide to negotiating

Negotiation is a part of life, but can lead to ugly confrontation or stalemate. TED speakers Alex Carter, a mediator and law professor, and Magdalena Hoeller, a linguist, share ideas on navigating conflicts with more clarity and less fear.

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Highlights

The Problem with Everyday Negotiation
Negotiations are a part of life, but too often they end up in ugly confrontation or stalemate.
The Mediator’s Perspective on Conflict Resolution
Alex Carter, a mediator and law professor, shares how her experience in conflict resolution can be applied to everyday negotiations.
Linguistic Patterns in Conflict
Linguist Magdalena Hoeller discusses how language patterns can signal and shape the direction of a conflict.
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