You Get What You Negotiate

Ask the extra question, push the boundaries of the norm, and never give up. Learn to listen, be polite, be sincere, be prepared, and be willing to take NO for an answer. Ultimately, “NO” can probably be the worst outcome of the extra push for a … [Read more...]

Research Day at UT

I was very impressed by the student research day at The University of Tampa (UT) this past Friday. It was rewarding to see faculty collaborative efforts shine through in student projects. Poster displays ranged from risk assessment in different … [Read more...]

Market Clutter

The liquor shelf was packed with over 50 varieties of vodka. As I browsed the selection, I couldn't help but think,"how different could vodka possibly be?" Each bottle designed to look more unique than the other, enticing the buyer by its visual … [Read more...]

The Orange

I recently read this story about the two chefs who negotiated over one orange for their gourmet recipes. In the absence of agreement, they each settled on half an orange, as a compromise. One chef used his half of the orange for juice for an … [Read more...]