Diplomacy and Business Negotiations: Lessons from the Trump-Zelensky Meeting on the minerals deal
Diplomacy and Business Negotiations: Lessons from the Trump-Zelensky Meeting on the minerals deal Author: Szymon Tochowicz Diplomacy and Business Negotiations: Lessons from the Trump-Zelensky Meeting on the minerals deal “Diplomacy is more than saying or doing the right things at the right time; it is avoiding saying or doing the wrong things at any time.”…
Read MoreNegotiation Styles and Cultural Influences: Harvard, Moscow, and Confucian Approaches in Global Trade Conflicts
Negotiation Styles and Cultural Influences: Harvard, Moscow, and Confucian Approaches in Global Trade Conflicts Author: Rafał Dados Negotiation Styles and Cultural Influences: Harvard, Moscow, and Confucian Approaches in Global Trade Conflicts Current global trade tensions involving tariffs, sanctions, and diplomatic disagreements among the United States, China, and the European Union highlight the significant role cultural…
Read MoreBATNA in Action: How Alternatives Shape High-Stakes Negotiations
BATNA in Action: How Alternatives Shape High-Stakes Negotiations Author: Szymon Tochowicz BATNA in Action: How Alternatives Shape High-Stakes Negotiations Before entering any negotiation, one critical question must be asked: What happens if I fail to reach an agreement? This applies equally to business, politics, and international relations.Negotiation power comes from options. The more alternatives you…
Read MoreNegotiations Without Borders – Culture or Personality?
Negotiations Without Borders – Culture or Personality? Author: Szymon Tochowicz Negotiations Without Borders – Culture or Personality? When engaging in international negotiations, one of the first questions that often arises is: How much do cultural differences influence the process? The answer is—significantly. Culture shapes everything from relationship-building to hierarchy management, strategic preferences, and even how…
Read MoreTrump’s 25% Auto Tariffs: Assessing the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Implications
Trump’s 25% Auto Tariffs: Assessing the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Implications Author: Rafał Dados Trump’s 25% Auto Tariffs: Assessing the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Implications President Trump’s decision to introduce a 25% tariff on imported vehicles, effective April, has sparked significant debate within the automotive sector. While aimed at safeguarding American jobs and promoting domestic auto production,…
Read MoreTrade Wars Are Back: A Boom for Logistics & Trade Offices’ EBITDA?
Trade Wars Are Back: A Boom for Logistics & Trade Offices’ EBITDA? Author: Rafał Dados Trade Wars Are Back: A Boom for Logistics & Trade Offices’ EBITDA? With the return of trade tariffs on the horizon, supply chain professionals must prepare for disruptions. Proposed duties on imports from Mexico, Canada, and the EU mirror past…
Read MoreHybrid Project Management in B2B Procurement: An Agile Approach
Hybrid Project Management in B2B Procurement: An Agile Approach Author: Rafał Dados Hybrid Project Management in B2B Procurement: An Agile Approach Limitations and Obstacles to Effective Procurement Strategies B2B procurement is becoming increasingly complex due to the regionalization of supply chains, geopolitical uncertainty, and growing regulatory requirements. Traditional procurement models—based on rigid contracts and long-term…
Read MoreThe Return of Hard Power: Is Partnership-Driven Business Coming to an End?
The Return of Hard Power: Is Partnership-Driven Business Coming to an End? Autor: Rafał Dados The Return of Hard Power: Is Partnership-Driven Business Coming to an End? Not long ago, business models were built on values like collaboration, inclusivity, and sustainability. However, geopolitical and economic shifts indicate a return to a more hard-nosed reality, where…
Read MoreSummary of the 6th Business Negotiation and Mediation Tournament
Summary of the 6th Business Negotiation and Mediation Tournament Summary of the 6th Business Negotiation and Mediation Tournament The sixth edition of the National Negotiation and Mediation Tournament for Business goes down in history! As part of the Negotiation and Mediation Tournament for Business, participants had the opportunity to test their negotiation skills as a…
Read MoreSemiconductors market outlook 2023 and beyond
Semiconductors market outlook 2023 and beyond Author: Rafał Dados The semiconductor supply chain today faces several major challenges. The semiconductor supply chain today faces several major challenges. The most significant of these, according to 35% of respondents in a recent survey carried by Accenture, are inflation and economic concerns. The prices of semiconductors have surged…
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