From Anxiety to Achievement: Morra Aarons-Mele on Winning Negotiations

Apr 17, 2024

Morra Aarons-Mele, negotiation expert and mental health advocate, discusses managing anxiety in negotiations. They explore anxiety's impact, techniques for composure, and normalizing mental health conversations at work. Learn how to harness anxiety positively and succeed under pressure.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Exploring the Journey into Podcasting and Workplace Mental Health Support

01:34 • 2min

Exploring the Spectrum of Anxiety

03:28 • 5min

Navigating Language and Vulnerability in Anxiety Discourse

08:56 • 2min

Navigating Anxiety in Difficult Conversations and Negotiations

10:47 • 2min

Enhancing Negotiation Skills and Retirement Guarantees

13:09 • 2min

Navigating Emotional Challenges in Difficult Conversations and Negotiations

14:57 • 16min

Navigating Anxiety and Achievements through Focus and Management

31:27 • 2min

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In this stirring episode of "Negotiate Anything," hosts Kwame Christian and guest Morra Aarons-Mele delve into the often-overlooked intersection of negotiation, mental health, and workplace anxiety. They tackle the challenge of maneuvering through negotiations with heightened emotions and the reality of dealing with anxiety while striving for professional success. The conversation provides insightful strategies for managing psychological stressors during high-stake conversations and underscores the importance of mental health literacy. Listeners will gain an understanding of how to harness anxiety positively and maintain control in negotiations, even under pressure.

What will be covered:

- Exploration of anxiety's spectrum and its impact on negotiation dynamics.

- Techniques for managing anxiety and maintaining composure during critical moments in negotiations.

- Understanding "anxious achievers" and normalizing conversations about mental health in professional spaces.

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