People who have addictive problems usually have some subset of emotional difficulties that causes them to abuse substances.

It's learning how to negotiate to keep both sides happy - whether it's for a multi-million dollar contract or just which show to watch on TV, that determines the quality and enjoyment of our lives.

As I write in my book, there is a misnomer that destroying another person's position is an effective and practical way to negotiate.

My grandfather was running Hillcrest Country Club, and that's where a whole group of Hollywood comedians hung out.

Well, my favorite sport as a kid was clearly baseball.

Then I went to UCLA - so of course I became a huge Bruin basketball fan... and later came to football.

Whatever fighting words you hear from the bargaining table, the reality is that with the new TV contract about to take effect and the incredibly lucrative ancillary revenue streams, both sides know we are on the verge of ushering in the most lucrative payday in the history of professional sports. The history of professional football is that nothing happens until the very last moment.