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,...