Dr. Joshua N. Weiss is a globally recognised authority in negotiation and conflict resolution, whose insights and expertise have shaped leaders and organizations worldwide. As a Senior Fellow at the prestigious Harvard Negotiation Project and co-founder of the Global Negotiation Initiative at Harvard University, Dr. Weiss has dedicated his career to understanding and teaching the art and science of negotiation. His leadership as the Director of the MS in Leadership and Negotiation at Bay Path University further solidifies his position as a thought leader in this field.
Dr. Weiss's extensive academic and professional accomplishments set him apart as an expert. With a Ph.D. from the Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution at George Mason University, he combines a rigorous academic foundation with real-world experience. His work spans high-level negotiations, mediation, and conflict resolution across diverse sectors, including businesses, governments, and international entities. Dr. Weiss is also a prolific author, sharing his knowledge through influential publications. His book The Book of Real-World Negotiations: Successful Strategies From Business, Government, and Daily Life offers actionable strategies derived from real-life cases, making complex concepts accessible to a wide audience. His upcoming book, Getting Back to the Table: 5 Steps to Reviving Stalled Negotiations, provides practical solutions for overcoming negotiation impasses, further showcasing his ability to innovate and empower negotiators.
Beyond his books, Dr. Weiss has developed impactful resources like the "Negotiation Tip of the Week" podcast and The Negotiator In You series, both of which have garnered millions of downloads and widespread acclaim. His TED Talk, The Wired Negotiator, highlights his forward-thinking approach to integrating technology into negotiation practices.
Dr. Weiss’s consulting work with globally recognised organisations such as Microsoft, Deloitte, General Motors, and the United Nations demonstrates his ability to address complex challenges and deliver results. These credentials, combined with his engaging and practical presentation style, make Dr. Joshua Weiss a sought-after keynote speaker. He equips audiences with strategies that are not only theoretical but actionable, ensuring lasting impact for businesses and leaders alike.
Books
The Book of Real-World Negotiations: Successful Strategies from Business, Government & Daily Life
Getting Back to the Table: 5 Steps to Reviving Stalled Negotiations
The Negotiator in You: Sales
How to hire Joshua Weiss
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Joshua Weiss' official speaking topics are listed below:
- Negotiation
- Leadership
- Mediation
- Conflict Resolution
- Conflict Management
- 2025 - Author of "Getting Back to the Table"
- 2024 - Member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council
- 2024 - Author of "The Negotiator in You"
- 2020 - Co-Author of "The Book of Real-World Negotiations"
- 2014 - Director of the MS in Leadership & Negotiation Program Assistant Professor at Bay Path University
- 2013 - Board Member of Abraham's Path Initiative
- 2011 - President of Negotiation Works Inc.
- 2010 - Senior Fellow of the Harvard Negotiation Project
- 2001 - Co-founder of the Global Negotiation Initiative, Harvard Negotiation Project
