Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The best negotiators don’t try to win—they try to understand.
In this short, Alison Wood Brooks is a guest on The Mel Robbins podcast. Alison Wood Brooks is a Harvard Business School behavioral science professor, “40 Under 40” MBA star, and author of TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. Her groundbreaking research reveals why conversation—whether difficult or seemingly simple—is critical to building strong organizations. From giving feedback and negotiating to small talk and trust-building, Alison shows how great conversations spark better listening, collaboration, and innovation. In her dynamic keynotes, she offers science-backed strategies to help leaders and teams communicate more effectively and show up as their best selves in every interaction.
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The best negotiators don’t try to win—they try to understand.
In this short, Alison Wood Brooks is a guest on The Mel Robbins podcast. Alison Wood Brooks is a Harvard Business School behavioral science professor, “40 Under 40” MBA star, and author of TALK: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves. Her groundbreaking research reveals why conversation—whether difficult or seemingly simple—is critical to building strong organizations. From giving feedback and negotiating to small talk and trust-building, Alison shows how great conversations spark better listening, collaboration, and innovation. In her dynamic keynotes, she offers science-backed strategies to help leaders and teams communicate more effectively and show up as their best selves in every interaction.
Book Alison Wood Brooks for your next event here: thelavinagency.com/speakers/alison-wood-brooks
Want to stay inspired? Follow The Lavin Agency for more!
#negotiationtips #empatheticleadership #connectionoverperfection #communicationstrategy
