Never Split the Difference

Never Split the Difference

2016 • 8 pages

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THE HUGE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER A former FBI hostage negotiator offers a new, field-tested approach to negotiating - effective in any situation. 'Riveting' Adam Grant 'Stupendous' The Week 'Brilliant' Guardian ____________________________ After a stint policing the rough streets of Kansas City, Missouri, Chris Voss joined the FBI, where his career as a kidnapping negotiator brought him face-to-face with bank robbers, gang leaders and terrorists. Never Split the Difference takes you inside his world of high-stakes negotiations, revealing the nine key principles that helped Voss and his colleagues succeed when it mattered the most - when people's lives were at stake. Rooted in the real-life experiences of an intelligence professional at the top of his game, Never Split the Difference will give you the competitive edge in any discussion. ____________________________ PRAISE FOR NEVER SPLIT THE DIFFERENCE 'My pick for book of the year.' Forbes 'Who better to learn [negotiation] from than Chris Voss, whose skills have saved lives and averted disaster?' Daily Mail 'Filled with insights that apply to everyday negotiations.' Business Insider 'It's rare that a book is so gripping and entertaining while still being actionable and applicable.' Inc. 'A business book you won't be able to put down.' Fortune

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I found the narrator's voice grating, frankly, and his manner of delivery was arrogant. That might reflect the author's level of confidence in the material, but it was somewhat difficult for me to get past it.

April 2, 2022

Best negotiation book I have ever read. Part of the few books I re-read regularly.

May 8, 2018

Will need to re-read this twice more. So much tangible advice I need to try out.

December 31, 2019

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