resilience isn’t optional
In 30+ years in tech, one lesson stands out: resilience isn’t optional—it’s foundational.
It’s not just needed to survive. It’s absolutely critical to thrive.
As a negotiation trainer, I teach people how to manage high-stakes conversations. But even negotiators need recovery.
For me, recovery comes in an unexpected form: learning guitar.
A year and a half ago, I picked it up as a total beginner. What started as a challenge has become a daily practice—and a powerful reset button.
Each session gives me space to decompress, sharpen my focus, and train the mental flexibility that’s essential at the negotiation table.
The effect?
I walk in carrying the weight of the day.
I walk out lighter—with a quieter mind and clearer perspective.
Because the best negotiators know: resilience is built during recovery.
how I nearly derailed a negotiation
The key to successful negotiations lies in acknowledging our true emotions. I experienced this firsthand when fear nearly derailed an important client meeting. Discover how reframing fear as a challenge enabled me to strategize effectively.
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