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Bruce Patton is an American author, negotiation expert, and educator, best known as a co-author of the influential book Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In (1981), alongside Roger Fisher and William Ury. He is a co-founder and Distinguished Fellow of the Harvard Negotiation Project, where he has significantly contributed to the development of negotiation theory and practice.

In addition to Getting to Yes, Patton co-authored Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most (1999) with Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen. This book provides a step-by-step approach to navigating challenging conversations, emphasizing the importance of understanding underlying emotions and perspectives. Patton has also contributed to other works on negotiation, including Getting Past No: Negotiating with Difficult People (1991) and Getting Together: Building Relationships as We Negotiate (1988).

With extensive experience consulting for organizations, governments, and individuals, Patton has played a key role in various high-stakes negotiations around the world. His insights into effective negotiation strategies are widely recognized in both academic and practical contexts, making him a prominent figure in the field of conflict resolution.