Hostage at the Table

Discover how to boldly lead, address conflict and inspire others in your business and personal life

In the newly revised second edition of Hostage at the Table: How Leaders Can Overcome Conflict, Influence Others and Raise Performance, clinical psychologist, distinguished leadership professor, and veteran hostage negotiator George Kohlrieser collaborates with his son Andrew Kohlrieser, an experienced leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution consultant. Together, they deliver an incisive and practical discussion on using the proven psychological techniques from hostage negotiations to enhance your leadership skills professionally and personally. Step-by-step, the authors explain the seven key factors that anyone can use to remove the obstacles preventing the resolution of interpersonal, business, and leadership issues.

You’ll:

• Discover proven techniques for interpersonal and business conflict management
• Become a secure base for your team, establish trust, and learn how to bond with anyone
• Explore how to identify where you are holding yourself hostage in your life and learn how to reclaim your agency and move toward a more empowered future

A fascinating and hands-on presentation of applying lessons drawn from tense, high-stakes hostage situations to the interpersonal and leadership problems faced daily, Hostage at the Table is a must-read resource. It is perfect for managers, executives, entrepreneurs, founders, and other business leaders seeking the latest research, the most engrossing real-world negotiation examples, and the most effective solutions.