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Capricia Marshall, Former Chief of Protocol for President Obama, discusses why no details can go overlooked when preparing a president to meet a foreign leader. A simple mistake may cripple the success of a negotiation.

Smarter Faster: The details of diplomacy 

The details of diplomacy

One mistake can alter the chances of a successful negotiation.

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The details of diplomacy

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