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Max H. Bazerman

6 books · 1 interview

negotiation

What they argue

Max H. Bazerman is a thinker who explores the intersection of behavioral economics, cognitive science, and organizational management. He focuses on identifying and neutralizing the inherent cognitive biases of the human brain to improve decision-making, negotiation, and institutional integrity.

  1. Systematic Bias Neutralization

    Effective management is not about improving intuition but about designing processes that neutralize the inherent cognitive biases of the human brain. The brain is an evolutionarily honed machine designed for speed and survival rather than the complexities of modern corporate management.

    From Judgment in managerial decision making (book)

  2. The Framing Effect

    The way information is presented, or the 'frame,' significantly alters our perception of risk and reward. By changing the wording of a proposal, one can fundamentally change the resulting decision.

    From Judgment in managerial decision making (book)

    • Says much the same G. Richard Shell — The Power of FramingFraming is the act of defining the 'lens' through which a problem is viewed, determining what information is highlighted or ignored. By controlling the frame, you…Make the Rules or Your Rivals Will

  3. Position vs. Interest

    A 'position' is a specific demand, whereas an 'interest' is the underlying need or motivation behind that demand. Successful negotiation requires moving beyond positions to identify these underlying interests.

    From Negotiating Rationally (book)

    • Says much the same William Ury — Positions vs. InterestsA 'position' is a specific demand or tactic, such as a request for a raise, while an 'interest' is the underlying motivation, like a need to feel valued. Successful…Getting Past No
    • Says much the same G. Richard Shell — Interests vs. PositionsA position is what someone says they want, while an interest is the underlying 'why' behind that request. Understanding interests allows negotiators to identify…Bargaining for Advantage

  4. Negotiation as Information Asymmetry

    Negotiation is a game of information asymmetry where success depends on accounting for what the other side knows. Most negotiations fail because parties fail to manage the flow of information and the underlying interests of both sides.

    From Negotiating Rationally (book)

    • A related idea G. Richard Shell — Negotiation as Social DanceBecause humans are inherently social creatures, negotiation is an extension of social interaction where the goal is to move others from resistance to cooperation. The…The art of woo
    • A related idea William Ury — The Third Side DiscoveryNegotiation succeeds by expanding the scope of the conversation to include a shared interest that neither party initially considered. This process involves identifying…The third side

  5. Negotiation as a Structured Process

    Negotiation is a structured process governed by behavioral economics rather than an innate talent. Success depends on managing psychological biases, regulating emotions, and having a structured plan for information gathering, bargaining, and closing.

    From Negotiation Genius (book)

    • A related idea G. Richard Shell — Negotiation as Social DanceBecause humans are inherently social creatures, negotiation is an extension of social interaction where the goal is to move others from resistance to cooperation. The…The art of woo

  6. The Academic Reward System

    Academic fraud is a predictable outcome of a broken economic system where publication volume and 'breakthrough' findings are prioritized over rigorous verification. The current ecosystem treats publication as the primary currency for career advancement, tenure, and funding.

    From Why Is There So Much Fraud in Academia? (Update) (episode)

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