The core concepts discussed in "Never Split the Difference" involve several negotiation tactics and where they are most useful. Here's a chart illustrating the key negotiation tactics highlighted in the book:
Chart: Key Negotiation Tactics in "Never Split the Difference"
Negotiation Tactic | Description |
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Tactical Empathy | Understanding and acknowledging counterpart's emotions |
Mirroring | Repeating counterpart's words to encourage further dialogue |
Labeling Emotions | Verbalizing and validating the counterpart's feelings |
Calibrated Questions | Open-ended questions to gather essential information |
Bending Reality | Acknowledging the counterpart's perspective for influence |
Active Listening | Emphasizing understanding beyond spoken words |
Rapport Building | Establishing trust through genuine understanding |
For more highlights, take a look at a Never Split the Difference summary of an interview Chriss Voss made about his book.