In this episode, Stan talks with Chip Conley, an iconic entrepreneur and the founder of the Joie De Vivre hotel chain, a key player in Airbnb, and the creator of the Modern Elder Academy. They dive into the principles of karmic capitalism, lessons learned from building and scaling multiple successful businesses, and strategies for maintaining a good reputation.

Chip shares his experiences at Airbnb, dealing with regulation challenges, and the importance of inter-generational collaboration.

They also discuss the Modern Elder Academy, where Chip helps individuals navigate midlife transitions and find new purpose.

This episode is rich with lessons in negotiation, leadership, and holistic thinking.

Check out:

Chip’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMidlifeChrysalisPodcast

Modern Elder Academy: https://www.meawisdom.com/

Chip’s podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMidlifeChrysalisPodcast

00:00 Introduction to Karmic Capitalism

00:20 Meet Chip Conley: Entrepreneurial Journey

02:48 Founding Joie de Vivre Hotel Chain

05:55 Negotiating with Bands and Tour Managers

11:26 Risk and Decision Making in Business

15:21 Hotel Vitale: A Case Study in Negotiation

19:26 Managing Through Economic Downturns

23:34 Transition to Airbnb and Burning Man Involvement

29:20 The Ethos of Burning Man

29:39 Negotiation Strategies and Personal Stories

31:46 Joining Airbnb: A New Challenge

33:08 Building Culture and Facing Challenges at Airbnb

36:33 Navigating Co-Founder Dynamics

40:28 Regulation and Host Relations

45:02 Founding the Modern Elder Academy

48:09 Helping People Navigate Midlife Transitions

52:25 The Value of Wisdom and Experience

54:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this insightful episode you will learn about the power of persuasion and negotiation from David Rubenstein, co-founder of The Carlyle Group. Dive into his extensive experience in relationship-building, fundraising, and leadership. Discover Rubenstein's methods for becoming an effective communicator and the significance of self-deprecating humor and active listening in negotiations. Gain an insider's perspective on political dynamics, U.S. presidencies, and nonprofit leadership as Rubenstein shares stories from his distinguished career. Whether in business, politics, or personal relationships, find out how persistence, integrity, and bipartisanship are key to success.

00:00 Introduction: The Power of Persuasion

01:00 Building Relationships: Insights from David Rubenstein

01:38 Developing an Outgoing Personality

03:34 Lessons from Ted Sorenson

04:47 The Role of Persistence in Fundraising

08:17 Recruiting and Integrity at Carlisle

11:36 Leadership Transitions at Carlisle

14:36 Current Political Climate and Bipartisanship

21:07 International Relations and Allies

23:06 Presidential Power and Persuasion

25:45 Trump's Popularity in the Middle East

26:52 Reflecting on Jimmy Carter's Legacy

28:08 Challenges in Leading Nonprofit Organizations

32:19 The Role of Presidents in Negotiation

33:05 Evaluating Presidential Effectiveness

38:48 Obama's Struggles with Bipartisanship

40:39 Supreme Court Confirmations and Politics

42:03 Perspectives on Reagan and Bush

45:19 Biden's Negotiation Challenges

46:27 US-China Relations

47:52 The Importance of Negotiation Skills

50:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this compelling episode, Jake Harriman, founder of More Perfect Union, discusses his mission to bridge America's partisan divide through community service, civics, and social gatherings. Harriman, a former Marine with extensive combat experience in Iraq, shares how his military background and a transformational encounter in Southern Iraq pushed him to address extreme poverty in Africa through the nonprofit Nuru International. He later transitioned to More Perfect Union, inspired by the growing political divide in America. The conversation covers Harriman's active efforts in various communities, from rural Texas to urban Washington D.C., to unite people across political lines through structured activities and curated conversations. Key negotiation lessons emphasize active listening, empathy, and finding common ground.

00:00 Introduction to the Guest and His Mission

01:10 Jake's Military Background and Lessons Learned

02:10 Negotiation Stories from the Battlefield

12:37 A Life-Changing Experience in Iraq

17:33 Founding NRU International

19:42 Challenges and Successes in Africa

27:14 Negotiation Tactics in Challenging Environments

27:58 Ensuring Safety in Remote Areas

29:05 Building Trust with Local Leaders

30:45 Personal Stories of Security and Negotiation

32:03 Faith in the Military's Loyalty

33:23 Transition to More Perfect Union

35:24 Founding More Perfect Union

37:02 Brickyards: Building Community Trust

40:15 Success Stories from Brickyards

48:25 Recruiting and Training Brickyard Leaders

55:48 Final Thoughts and Getting Involved

Host Stan Christensen has spent his career working as a professional negotiator in a variety of arenas. He has also taught a popular course on negotiation at Stanford University for over twenty years.

Join us in an insightful conversation with Hannah Riley Bowles, a professor at Harvard's Kennedy School and an expert in negotiation. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of gender differences in negotiation, strategies for closing the gender pay gap, and the socio-economic and family dynamics influencing women's career advancement. Learn about the essential S.U.R.E framework for effective negotiation and uncover the impact of family support systems on career growth. Whether you're negotiating a salary, balancing family and work, or seeking relationship harmony, this discussion provides actionable advice and profound insights.

See more of Hannah's work here: https://hbr.org/2021/01/negotiating-your-next-job

https://hbr.org/2014/06/why-women-dont-negotiate-their-job-offers

00:00 Introduction: Gender and Negotiation

00:29 Meet Hannah Riley Bowles

01:09 Do Men and Women Negotiate Differently?

03:35 The SURE Framework for Negotiation

12:52 Women, Career Advancement, and Family

33:14 The Role of Grandparents and Extended Family

38:14 Conclusion: The Importance of Negotiation Training

Host Stan Christensen has spent his career working as a professional negotiator in a variety of arenas. He has also taught a popular course on negotiation at Stanford University for over twenty years.

Stan is joined by Dave Ferguson, Co-Founder and President of Nuro. In this episode, Dave discusses his transition from Waymo to Nuro, the pivotal shifts in their business model, and how they've managed to secure a monumental partnership with Uber and Lucid to create robo-taxis. Dave also opens up about the challenges faced during Nuro's evolution, from team restructuring to investor negotiations, and offers a glimpse into the future of autonomous vehicles. Don't miss this episode filled with valuable lessons on leadership, technology, and the path to a safer, autonomous future.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview

01:26 Dave Ferguson's Background and Early Career

03:24 Founding Nuro and Co-Founder Dynamics

05:45 The Role of Coaching in Leadership

07:06 Nuro's Initial Vision and Market Challenges

09:30 The Strategic Pivot and Its Implications

15:47 Navigating Partnerships and Investor Relations

18:34 Post-Pivot Challenges and Negotiations

24:40 Employee Motivation and Overcoming Friction

25:07 Honesty and Vulnerability in Leadership

26:18 Handling Employee Turnover

28:06 Introduction to Nuro's New Business Model

30:51 Partnerships with Uber and Lucid

34:39 The Importance of Trust in Negotiations

41:57 Future of Autonomous Vehicles

47:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Host Stan Christensen has spent his career working as a professional negotiator in a variety of arenas. He has also taught a popular course on negotiation at Stanford University for over twenty years.

Join Stan as he dives deep into the remarkable entrepreneurial journey of Sami Inkinen in this episode of All Things Negotiation. A two-time successful entrepreneur, Inkinen co-founded Trulia, an online real estate marketplace, and Virta Health, a revolutionary company aimed at reversing type 2 diabetes. Throughout the conversation, Inkinen shares insights on grit, risk-taking, and authenticity in the business world. Discover the highs and lows of startup life, the importance of burn-the-lifeboats mentality, and invaluable lessons on negotiation and long-term relationships from a leader whose ventures are valued at multiple billions of dollars. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a business veteran, Inkinen's stories of overcoming obstacles, staying focused, and balancing personal life are bound to inspire and inform.

00:00 The Harsh Reality of Entrepreneurship

00:25 Introducing Sami Inkinen: A Rare Breed of Entrepreneur

01:08 Sami's Early Life and Entrepreneurial Journey

02:07 Grit and Achievements: From Triathlons to Rowing Across the Pacific

04:17 The Birth and Growth of Trulia

09:38 Overcoming Challenges at Trulia

12:34 Transition to Virta Health: A New Mission

15:09 Virta Health's Approach to Reversing Type 2 Diabetes

19:34 Challenges in the Healthcare Industry

24:00 The Power of Probabilistic Results

24:43 Taking Risks and Innovating in Healthcare

27:13 Burning the Lifeboats: A Philosophy for Entrepreneurs

35:44 Balancing Multiple Identities

38:52 The Importance of Authenticity and Vulnerability

44:11 Advice for Young Founders on Negotiation

Host Stan Christensen has spent his career working as a professional negotiator in a variety of arenas. He has also taught a popular course on negotiation at Stanford University for over twenty years.

In this episode, Stan interviews Dr. Toyin Ajayi, a physician, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Cityblock Health. They discuss the challenges of healthcare delivery for underserved populations, building trust, value-based care, entrepreneurship, and lessons in negotiation and persuasion.

00:00 - Introduction: The Art of Selling as a CEO

00:18 - Meet Dr. Toyin Ajayi & Cityblock Health

00:37 - Toyin’s Journey: Gaps in Medicaid Healthcare

01:48 - The Revolving Door of Healthcare

03:13 - Redesigning Care for Real Impact

04:33 - Problems Cityblock Health Solves

06:30 - Burnout & Moral Injury in Healthcare

08:09 - Aligning Incentives: Patients, Providers, Payers

09:02 - How Cityblock’s Model Works

10:00 - Negotiating with Insurers & Enterprise Sales

13:09 - Value-Based Arrangements & Preventative Care

15:40 - Misaligned Incentives in Healthcare

18:46 - The Role of Regulators & CMS

20:05 - Administrative Complexity in US Healthcare

22:05 - Building Trust with Patients

24:05 - Anecdotes: Earning Patient Trust

27:00 - For-Profit with a Mission: Aligning Investors & Impact

29:45 - Current Events: Medicaid Policy & Technology

32:00 - Advice for Entrepreneurs: Negotiation & Listening

In this episode, Stan hosts Edward Alden, a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and an expert on trade and trade policy. The discussion dives deep into President Trump's approach to tariffs and trade, examining the strategic rationale, economic impact, and international relations fallout.They discuss the historical context of the global trade order, the complexities of modern economic policies, and the potential long-term consequences for the U.S. economy and its global alliances. Through a critical lens, Alden and Stan explore whether Trump's tariff strategies are beneficial or detrimental, touching on specific examples like China's role and the contentious nature of the administration's negotiation tactics.

00:00 Introduction to Tariffs and Trade Policy

00:37 Meet Ed Alden: Trade Policy Expert

01:18 Trump's Trade War: An Overview01:49 Historical Context of Global Trade

03:33 Trump's Trade Philosophy and Goals

05:40 Impact of Tariffs on the Economy

07:24 Trump's Personal Involvement in Trade Negotiations

08:27 Market Reactions and Economic Predictions

14:27 Transactional Trade Deals vs. Strategic Agreements

19:53 Challenges and Future of US Trade Policy

25:16 Discussing Trump's Simplistic Approach to Complex Problems

25:23 The Elephant in the Room: US-China Trade Relations

25:30 Trump's Strategy: Building a Wall Around China?

26:32 Biden's Coordinated Approach vs. Trump's Unilateral Actions

28:30 The Consequences of Alienating Allies

30:38 China's Strategic Win Amidst US Trade Policies

32:46 China's Subtle Violations of Trade Rules

36:04 The Rare Earth Minerals Negotiation

38:30 Taiwan and Semiconductors: A Parallel Issue

41:13 Congress's Abdication of Trade Authority

44:27 The Historical Context of Tariffs

50:24 Advising Trump on a Strategic Trade Approach