The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst How To Speak With Confidence, Set Boundaries & Protect Yourself From Manipulation | Bob Bordone
Jun 2, 2025
In this conversation, Bob Bordone, a Senior Fellow at Harvard Law School and founder of the Cambridge Negotiation Institute, shares insights on handling tough conversations with confidence. He discusses the art of negotiation and the significance of self-awareness in effective communication. Bordone emphasizes setting healthy boundaries and how to protect oneself from manipulation. He also reveals the power of silence in dialogue and offers strategies for mastering interpersonal dynamics, making communication a more empowering experience.
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Conflict as Growth Opportunity
- Reinventing yourself starts with deep self-knowledge and mastering conflict communication.
- Viewing conflict as growth unlocks connection and meaningful relationships.
Pre-Work for Boundary Setting
- Voice both your needs and fears equally before setting boundaries.
- This pre-work prevents boundary violation and strengthens assertiveness.
Responding Assertively to Boss
- Pause, breathe, and name your emotions before responding under pressure.
- Listen first, then frame a joint problem to invite collaboration over confrontation.
