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
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