Author Archives: Roar Thun Wægger

What strong trust development creates in negotiation

Not long ago, I supported a client in a termination matter where the final economic [...]

The Distributive Door

Why the hardest part of a deal is your business card By Roar Thun Wægger [...]

Finding Room in a Locked Negotiation: How to create leverage when your alternatives are weak

The absence of a strong Plan B means the power must be built differently. In [...]

Why Strong Leadership Teams Still Get Stuck

Leadership influence is not about having the best argument Strong leadership teams rarely lack intelligence, [...]

More value when it matters most: How you create a safe process and better financial outcomes

When a client is in an uncertain situation, there is rarely any need for big [...]

How You Shape Your Conflict Culture Through the Advisors You Choose

A few days after testing our Conflict Guide, a client wrote to me: “I like [...]

Why One Negotiation Exercise Can Change Your Whole Approach

A few days ago, I met a young professional who shared something I’ve now heard [...]

Negotiating with the “Tough” Businessperson – Why Skills Beat Gut Feeling

Understanding your counterpart’s style is paramount in any negotiation. Many perceived “tough” businesspeople share a [...]

From Results to Relationships: Four Skills That Make Negotiations Better

Why good negotiations don’t just happen by themselves but are the result of skills that [...]

From Litigators to Problem-Solvers – Why Legal Education Must Embrace Negotiation and Conflict Prevention

Legal Education Is Missing the Core Competence Future Lawyers Need More than 40 years ago, [...]