Talk on the ancient Phoenician method of transcendental negotiation at Tipperary Library
This past weekend Tipperary Town Library welcomed Professor Habib Chamoun, who gave a truly interesting and informative talk on the ancient Phoenician method of transcendental negotiation.
On Friday May 30, Tipperary Town Library welcomed Professor Habib Chamoun, who gave a truly interesting and informative talk on the ancient Phoenician method of transcendental negotiation.
Dr. Chamoun explained how the key to dealing with others successfully requires first looking inward. "That's because whenever you negotiate with yourself, you implicitly define yourself. All that you do and say reflects aspects of your nature, your personality, and your character.
"Those actions comprise who you truly are, especially who you are in relation to others. Negotiation is a profoundly human activity, one that can bring out the best in us, but only if we recognise the full consequences of the choices that we make. When we're not self-aware, we risk behaving in ways that conflict with our ideals" said Professor Chamoun.
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Chamoun has done a remarkable job of creating insights into the 'soul' of negotiation, combining perspectives on anthropology, ethics, and theology into a new perspective he calls 'transcendental negotiation'. Professor Chamoun has very generously donated a copy of each of his books "Negotiate like a Phoenician" and "Trancend!: Quo Vadis Negotiator" to the Tipperary Library Service. These books will be available for loan soon.
Readers will find a refreshing perspective on negotiation, not just as technique, but as a way of leading a virtuous life. The book "Trancend!: Quo Vadis Negotiator" offers an anthropological perspective on negotiation, focusing on the important moral dimension of negotiators. Incorporating examples from historical and religious texts, along with anecdotes from his own life, Chamoun-Nicolas draws readers into his reflections on negotiation through the ages as he highlights the ethical principles of a successful negotiator. Ever wondered what you might learn about negotiation by studying the Bible? As it turns out, according to Dr. Chamoun, quite a lot.
In his book "Negotiate like a Phoenician", Dr. Chamoun points to the Hebrew Scriptures as actually offering negotiating texts, all derived from the Phoenician business model. Using a system he calls "TradeablesTM," Dr. Chamoun shows how this ancient wisdom applies in a wide range of contemporary business settings.
There's even an appendix analysing the benefits of on-line negotiation instruction and other teaching technologies. If you are looking for historical insights that will help you improve your business negotiations, then this book is definitely for you.
Chamoun is an expert on the history and legacy of the ancient Phoenicians and in his talk he examined who the Phoenicians were and how they developed one of history's most successful business empires.
He also highlighted evidence of the ancient Phoenician's connection with Celtic Ireland among other western civilisations. Professor Chamoun's talk was introduced by Guy Jones, President of the Irish Lebanese Cultural Foundation.
Professor Chamoun and his wife and son were in Ireland for the presentation of the Cedar Awards, of which the Professor was a recipient.