Compromise is often seen as essential to success in life. We are encouraged to negotiate a middle ground to achieve healthy and meaningful relationships. At work, we hear that compromise is vital. However, consenting in part to what is not believed to be fair, reasonable, or true, in order to make up a difference does not lead to win-win results. Sometimes it can be toxic to a relationship or it can sink a business. And, in politics, it can lead to disastrous results. Sometimes you need to say no and stand your ground. But when? How do you know which negotiations lead to healthy and win-win outcomes and which ones don't? Ayn Rand offers a powerfully enlightening discussion on this topic, which can guide us in our relationships, in our work, and in our lives.