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Please include the definition of the theory, the major thought leaders/theorists who have contributed to the development of the theory, and areas of business and management where the theory is often applied.

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Negotiation theories may be rigid, expressive, or normative in nature. Additionally, theorists and practitioners from different disciplines have developed and make use of a variety of approaches to improve their understanding of particular phases of negotiations. Just the word itself indicates resolution of conflict and is a critical component for managers. The resulting theories are varied, and frequently highlight features that reflect relevant concerns from the viewpoint of the disciplines from which they came. It is expected then, that formal definitions of negotiation reflect the variety characteristic of the ...

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