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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

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The Problem with Everyday Negotiation
Negotiations are a part of life, but too often they end up in ugly confrontation or stalemate.
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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.
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Linguistic Patterns in Conflict
Linguist Magdalena Hoeller discusses how language patterns can signal and shape the direction of a conflict.
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