This week, WNI’s founder Roar Wægger’s article, You Don’t Need To Be Ruthless To Win Big In Negotiations, was published in Brainz Magazine where he contributes as a Senior Executive Contributor. In the world of negotiations, the pursuit of success often comes with a misconception: that one must be ruthless, cutthroat, and uncompromising to win. But what if I […]
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Jun
Jun
This article was published in Brainz Magazine by WNI’s founder, Roar thun Wægger, where he contributes as a Senior Executive Contributor. Negotiation is a vital skill in both personal and professional life, yet many struggle to master it. Why is this? The answer lies in grasping a few essential principles and embracing a structured approach to continuous improvement. […]
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Jan
Jan
This week, WNI’s founder Roar Wægger’s article, Planning For Surprises In Negotiation, was published in Brainz Magazine where he contributes as a Senior Executive Contributor. Negotiation often compared to an intricate dance, demands finesse and strategic skills, preparation, and improvisation. Embracing change as an opportunity. The article explores the art of negotiation as a non-linear, […]
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Oct
Oct
In today’s dynamic and ever-evolving business landscape, there’s a beacon of hope and opportunity shining brightly. The need for effective negotiation skills has never been more crucial, and it’s a skill that can truly make a world of difference in achieving resounding success. At the Waegger Negotiation Institute, we are not just a training institution; […]
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Sep
Sep
3 days ago, WNI founder Roar Thun Wægger’s article, “The Power of Dyslexic Thinking“, was published in Brainz Magazine, where he contributes as a Senior Executive Contributor. Embrace dyslexic thinking, and you’ll find yourself well-equipped to meet the evolving competency demands of the future. Your path to becoming a master negotiator begins with recognizing the power […]
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Aug
Aug
This week, WNI’s founder Roar Wægger’s article, Finding Strength and Endurance, was published in Brainz Magazine where he contribute as a Senior Executive Contributor. 3,8 K swimming in the Hardangerfjorden from a ferry into Eidfjord, add 180 K cycling from the fjord on the west coast of Norway across the high-mountain plateau, Hardangervidda, to Tinnsjøen on […]
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Jun
Jun
Last week, Roar Thun Wægger was invited to conduct negotiation training on Spitzbergen Island. Do you know where this is? It’s at 78 degrees north – not too far from the north pole! This area in the Barents Sea and the Arctic Ocean has been the subject of extensive negotiations for 40 years on maritime […]
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May
May
Last week WNI’s founder Roar Wægger’s article, How to use silence to your advantage in the negotiation, was published in Brainz Magazine where he contribute as a Senior Executive Contributor. People often feel anxious and uncomfortable with silence in negotiations, especially during digital negotiations. However, silence can break impasses, give negotiators time to think and […]
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Jan
Jan
Have you ever wondered if humor in negotiation is appropriate, and when? The best negotiators make the counterparty feel good about the relationship, good in the communication process, and good about the outcome, even if it is not in the counterparty’s best favor, because the process has been considerate. Humor makes our interactions more memorable. […]
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Dec
Dec
When I started Wægger Negotiation Institute, I had the opportunity to give myself any title. That was my autonomy when I’m both the founder and CEO. For me, it was paramount to find a title that would describe what role I should have in meeting my customers, and then for me it was simple – […]