Scott Brown: How to Negotiate With Your Kids

In this episode, Stan interviews Scott Brown, co-founder of the Harvard Negotiation Project, about the complex art of negotiating with children. The conversation delves into practical strategies for negotiating with kids of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers to adult children. Scott shares personal anecdotes and professional insights, drawing from his extensive career in conflict resolution and parenting. Topics include managing your own emotions, setting clear rules, handling power struggles, sibling rivalry, and the evolving dynamics as children grow older. Whether you're a parent looking to improve your negotiating skills or just curious about the intersection of negotiation and parenting, this discussion offers valuable lessons and heartfelt advice. Get Scott's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Negotiate-Kids-Even-Think-Shouldnt/dp/0670031828 00:00 Introduction to Negotiation with Scott Brown 00:21 Scott Brown's Career and Background 01:00 International Conflict Resolution Experiences 05:17 Negotiating with Children: An Overview 18:54 The Importance of Emotional Management in Parenting 23:36 Balancing Discipline and Punishment 29:04 Consistency in Parenting Rules 30:25 The Power of Apologizing 31:01 Effective Listening Strategies 32:55 Warm and Expressive Parenting 36:21 Changing Gender Roles in Parenting 38:41 Negotiating with Teenagers 40:19 Managing Screen Time and Social Media 42:02 Transitioning to Adult Child Relationships 47:57 Handling Power Struggles with Young Kids 49:59 Dealing with Sibling Rivalry 54:48 Parenting as a Negotiation 55:55 The Importance of Parent-Child Relationships #Negotiation #scottbrown #stanchristensen