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#46: Matthias Herter | Loss, Leadership, and the Art of Crisis Negotiation
Episode 4610th September 2025 • Unbound | Conversations Without Limits • Stephen McDonnell
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With over two decades of negotiation experience, including multinational hostage crises and police operations, Matthias Herter shares the power of communication, team dynamics, and inner strength. He candidly discusses lessons from both triumphs and setbacks, showing how doubt and insecurity can fuel performance and growth.

Discover the key skills used by elite negotiators, such as active listening, emotional regulation, and authentic connection – and how these can transform relationships, business, and personal leadership.


This episode is essential listening for business leaders, team players, and those navigating high-pressure environments who want to build trust, handle conflict, and lead with integrity. 


Join us to explore:

  • Inside the mind of a crisis negotiator
  • Turn fear into peak performance
  • Inside the playbook of winning negotiation teams
  • Overcoming grief and loss
  • Negotiation skills for everyday success


Please email stephen@liveunbound.com if you have any questions about what we discussed today.


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