Negotiate Anything The Truth About Tough Decisions — What No One Teaches You
Dec 11, 2025
In this insightful discussion, guests share their expertise on tough decision-making. Stephanie Hanna, a skilled mediator and judge candidate, emphasizes the importance of slowing down and trusting instincts when faced with choices. Liam Leonard, a real-estate investor, reveals how organizational changes and humility can drive effective leadership. Patrick McGinnis, the author of FOMO, outlines how fear of missing out and overanalyzing lead to indecision. Together, they dissect the emotional and strategic layers that influence our choices.
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Gather Enough Information — Then Decide
- Slow down and gather quality information before deciding to avoid fear-driven paralysis.
- But stop over-gathering once you have enough to act, or you'll stay stuck in analysis forever.
Make Space For Emotions In Process
- Build time into conversations so parties can express emotions and feel heard before deciding.
- Designing a fair process makes it easier to reach and accept a final decision.
Set The Stage Before Tough Talks
- Set the stage: invite people, explain topics, and schedule a sensible time before tough talks.
- Use scheduled time and clear context to avoid distractions and increase the chance of resolution.
