I cannot post the materials provided to us. It says in the guide that it’s only for my personal use. I came all the way from the Philippines, spent a great deal of money and my precious time to come to Harvard Law School to learn something not just for myself but to share it with my husband, my daughter, my son, and with others too. You!
I raised my hand before the formal lecture began. I asked how much or how little I am allowed to share. The two guys from Brazil approached me after I threw that question. They complimented me and told me they were also in the same boat. I told the professor that not many people can afford to take that course and travel too so I want to share my knowledge with them.
There’s another course for trainers and teaching materials are available. That means the answer is definitely I cannot share the materials that I have right now.
But I still want to share with you some of the key points that I picked up from the lecture. You can apply this in your own personal life, or in the office, or in dealing with difficult people.
The first part of my executive program is centered on Leadership and Negotiation.
Remember this simple thought on negotiations.
PEOPLE FAIL IN NEGOTIATION BECAUSE THEY DON’T KNOW THAT THEY WANT THE SAME RESULTS.
People quarrel and choose to engage in prolonged battles because their minds are clouded by greed, ego, narrow-mindedness, and uncompromising stance. They expect the negotiation to succeed in their way. That is not negotiation, that is bullying.
Thanks for sharing. I concur with your conclusion about behaviors pointing towards bullying. Some people justify themselves by saying they are just being “assertive”.
Hi Marife, You are right, there are people who can’t distinguish the difference between assertiveness and aggressive behavior. It’s either they simply don’t know or they are truly bad.
Omg Omb very timely, Duterte abruptly suspended all operations of lotto in the Philippines. Wala na akong hope to win a hundred million pesos in cash. Those who sell in SM malls too who are now having terrible headaches about revenue. There is no hope SM will suspend their rents while outlet attendants are out of work, out from aircon. A day suspension would cost a lot and will affect charity healthcare services. I liked some of his work but I do not like some of his decisions. Talagang war freak ito si Duterte na hindi ko binoto, di rin ako dilaw. Pwede ba ganyan? Diktador na masyado. Back to what we are learning from Harvard, ayan nga oh, gusto natin lahat manalo pero isa lang ang mananalo kaya dapat hindi dapat abrupt suspension, i don’t make sense i know. HayBuhayOh
Hi Joey.
You do make sense. I get what you’re saying.
1. Suspension of Lotto—- I haven’t been watching Philippine news so I am not up to date. I asked my brother in law if Duterte indeed suspended the lotto operations. yes daw, because there were some reported alleged anomalies or irregularities. I am sure the suspension would only be temporary until such time that Duterte has cleaned up the PCSO or whatever organization/s are involved.
2. Business losses— I commiserate with the business operators who have fixed expenses like rent and salaries. Problema nga yan. Saan kukuha ng pang-abono habang walang operation.