In this weeks episode of the Persuasion Lab I chat with Jen Blankl about how she became a Strategic Interventionist. We discuss a couple topics including her work with feuding family businesses. Jen's Takeaways: 1. Make sure your emotional state is intact before a discussion 2.  During discussion ask your counterpart: 'What is it that you need right now' Did you know there's exclusive, members-only content in The Persuasion Lab? From checklists for common deals to cheat sheets of high-yield negotiation tactics to in-depth strategy. If you're not in the Persuasion Lab you're not closing the best negotiation. Join us at thepersuasionlab.com Got questions about the lab? Let us know at [email protected].  The host and our guests anonymize case studies, stories, and examples. Any resemblance to real persons and similar circumstances is coincidental. Nothing in this podcast should be relied upon as legal, financial, psychological, or medical advice. As such you should not rely solely on the information in this podcast. Please consult the relevant licensed professional in your jurisdiction to get information before you change your position in reliance on any information presented.