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What’s the team reading?


Scott Tillema is reading The High Five Habit by Mel Robbins.


Mel speaks extensively on behavior change. This book gives readers the confidence and encouragement to celebrate yourself and find success.


Our VP of business development Kayla Wilson and Scott recently saw Mel speak at a conference in Seattle and are excited to be digging in further!




Negotiations Collective - What are we reading

Negotiation Ninja Podcast Hosted by Mark Raffan



How do you adjust your mindset before a negotiation? Why is it important to step outside your comfort zone? Why is a connection in a negotiation everything? Melissa Fortunato retired from the FBI after 23 years. She spent her career as a crisis hostage negotiator and did undercover work. Now, she offers negotiation and conflict resolution training. We talk about learning to adjust your mindset when you get uncomfortable in this episode of Negotiations Ninja.



Outline of This Episode

  • [1:48] Learn more about Melissa Fortunato

  • [2:47] How to adjust your mindset for negotiation

  • [6:32] How Melissa prepared for undercover work

  • [10:17] Melissa’s experience working undercover

  • [11:42] How to step out of your comfort zone

  • [15:42] Focus on the power of connection

  • [17:24] Learn to manage your emotions


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