No Stupid Questions How Effective Are Ultimatums? (Replay)
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Jul 7, 2024 Discover how ultimatums can shape negotiations, both in personal relationships and the workplace. The hosts explore whether anonymity brings out the worst in people and discuss the emotional complexities of commitment in romantic contexts. They provide insights on using compassionate ultimatums effectively while emphasizing empathy in negotiations. Tune in to learn how shifting perspectives can lead to better outcomes and why understanding human behavior is crucial when making demands.
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The Missed Deadline Proposal
- Angela Duckworth's friend gave her boyfriend an ultimatum: propose by a certain date or the relationship is over.
- He missed the deadline, but they later eloped and are happily married.
Two Days to "I Do"
- Angela Duckworth knew she wanted to marry Jason two days after meeting him and dreamed of marrying him.
- She told him, freaking him out slightly (he was in another relationship).
The Ultimatum Game
- Economists use the Ultimatum Game to study how people divide limited resources.
- One person proposes a split of $100, and the other accepts or rejects; rejection means both get nothing.
