

Negotiate Anything
Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.
Transform your relationships. Speak your truth. Get what you deserve—with Kwame Christian as your guide. With over 16 million downloads and more than 1,600 episodes, Negotiate Anything was the world’s leading negotiation podcast for nearly a decade, reaching listeners in more than 180 countries. But it’s about more than negotiation—it’s about confidence, connection, and creating outcomes that respect your values.
About the Host: Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A.
Kwame Christian the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's known for his viral TEDx Talk, “Finding Confidence in Conflict,” and is a bestselling author of two books:
• How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race (2022)
• Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life (2020)
As a degrees in law, psychology, and public policy, Kwame brings a wealth of knowledge to every episode. He’s also a LinkedIn instructor with over 2.3 million learners, making complex negotiation concepts accessible to everyone.
Why This Podcast?
At the American Negotiation Institute, we believe that the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations. Our mission is to empower you to negotiate anything, anywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned negotiator or just starting, our podcast equips you with the tools and confidence to navigate any conversation.
Tune in to Transform Your Life:
Join millions of listeners who have already unlocked the power of negotiation. Subscribe now and start mastering the skills that will transform your professional and personal life. Watch our episodes on YouTube for more visual insights and tips.
Connect with Us:
• Website: American Negotiation Institute
• Email: simon@negotiateanything.com
• LinkedIn: Kwame Christian
• YouTube: Negotiate Anything
Produced by the American Negotiation Institute
About the Host: Kwame Christian, Esq., M.A.
Kwame Christian the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's known for his viral TEDx Talk, “Finding Confidence in Conflict,” and is a bestselling author of two books:
• How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race (2022)
• Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life (2020)
As a degrees in law, psychology, and public policy, Kwame brings a wealth of knowledge to every episode. He’s also a LinkedIn instructor with over 2.3 million learners, making complex negotiation concepts accessible to everyone.
Why This Podcast?
At the American Negotiation Institute, we believe that the best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations. Our mission is to empower you to negotiate anything, anywhere. Whether you’re a seasoned negotiator or just starting, our podcast equips you with the tools and confidence to navigate any conversation.
Tune in to Transform Your Life:
Join millions of listeners who have already unlocked the power of negotiation. Subscribe now and start mastering the skills that will transform your professional and personal life. Watch our episodes on YouTube for more visual insights and tips.
Connect with Us:
• Website: American Negotiation Institute
• Email: simon@negotiateanything.com
• LinkedIn: Kwame Christian
• YouTube: Negotiate Anything
Produced by the American Negotiation Institute
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Mar 5, 2023 • 32min
How to Negotiate with Gen Z with Dr. Tim Thayne
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, you'll discover the secret to negotiating and managing conflict with children, teens, and the adults who act like them.Tim's Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtimthayne/Tim's Website http://www.homewardbound.com/Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

Mar 4, 2023 • 26min
Top Tips: Managing emotions in Negotiations - Highlight Reel
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episodehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-importance-of-preparation-emotions/id1101679010?i=1000585716726https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-use-emotional-intelligence-to-have-difficult/id1101679010?i=1000569980526https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-manage-emotions-in-negotiation-with-doug-witten/id1101679010?i=1000563754721https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-handle-others-emotions-during-difficult-conversations/id1101679010?i=1000548800437Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

Mar 3, 2023 • 33min
How to Create a Community with Doug Ulman
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Doug Ulman, CEO of Pelotonia, discusses how to have difficult conversations around building a community that shares your values.You'll learn how to:1. Build a community2. Give up to gain3. Have shared valuesWe discuss:1. How a community drives change2. The difference a community can make3. Overcoming the roadblocks in community buildingFollow Doug Ulman on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougulman/Pelotonia LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/pelotonia/Pelotonia website https://www.pelotonia.org/give?utm_source=linkedinFollow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1Kwame Christian with Doug Ulman.

Mar 2, 2023 • 43min
How to Overcome Fear In Your Negotiations with Jeff Jones
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Jeff Jones, a partner at Reclaim Your Joy, a company honored to help individuals and teams maximize who they are to achieve success in what they do, discusses bringing our personal beliefs and experiences to our negotiations, the attachment that we have to the successful outcome of that singular negotiation, and negotiating from a place of fear.Reclaim Your Joy https://reclaimyourjoy.guru/Follow Jeff on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-jones-53002024/Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

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Mar 1, 2023 • 45min
How To Deal With Difficult People in Negotiation With John Dieffenbach
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, John Dieffenbach, The Sherlock of Negotiations, A 30+ year veteran at Ernst and Young (EY), shares his best kept secrets on how to negotiate like a pro.You'll learn:
Experience is your best weapon.
Challenges with internal and external people.
Awareness of the science of emotion.
Elements to look for.
We discuss:
Changes over the last decade.
Science of Psychology.
ZOPA- Zone Of Possible Agreements.
Your reputation starts the negotiation even before you enter the room.
Be careful what you put on social media, people can research you.
How to level the playing field with a difficult opponent.
Find the key drivers of negotiation.
How to influence your opponent.
Follow John Dieffenbach on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-dieffenbach-00a2861/Running The Room website https://runningtheroom.com/Psychology, Society and the Development of the Adversarial Posturehttps://kb.osu.edu/bitstream/handle/1811/79838/OSJDR_V7N2_261.pdf?sequence=1Kwame Christian With John Dieffencbach.

Feb 28, 2023 • 31min
How to Use Rejection to Build Confidence with Alex Grodnik, MBA
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Alex teaches us how to get comfortable with rejection and use it strategically to find success.Alex's Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moving-up/id1223825795Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

Feb 27, 2023 • 37min
Negotiating In Cross-Cultural Contexts With Aramide Fields
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Aramide Fields, Member of The Executive Committee Member for Women In Law Japan, women of color living in japan, discusses how to successfully face cross-cultural negotiations with authenticity and confidence. We'll see how showing up as you are and breaking the mold can be a superpowerWe'll learn :1) The importance of understanding the context you’re in 2) Identify and lean into your strengths (Collaboration and adaptability/comfort with ambiguity are key)3)Advantages of being a unicorn. Japanese Rap: DJ KEN WATANABE - MY TURN feat. Y'S & ¥ELLOW BUCKS Follow Aramide on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aramide-fields/Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

Feb 26, 2023 • 27min
Mastering Difficult Conversations and Negotiation with Kwame Christian: The Career Clarity Show With Lisa Lewis Miller
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Lisa Lewis Miller, founder of Career Clarity, discusses defining what you want versus what you don't want, getting key people on board, and setting yourself up for success in a career transition.Career Clarity Website https://getcareerclarity.com/Follow Lisa on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamlewis/Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

Feb 25, 2023 • 21min
Top Tips: How to Gain Confidence in Negotiations - Highlight Reel
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/You can be a successful negotiator by gaining confidence. Learn the basics of how to prepare for a negotiation, understand your interests and goals, and stay calm under pressure. Being confident in your skills will help you achieve better outcomes for yourself and your business.The Negotiate Anything Podcast is a weekly show that covers topics related to business, career, and life successIn this episode:How to Boost Your Confidence in Salary Negotiations With Kyle Elliott, MPA, CHES https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-to-boost-your-confidence-in-salary-negotiations/id1101679010?i=1000559815009Confidence and Empowerment 101: How to Effectively Advocate For Yourself with Selena Rezvani https://www.stitcher.com/show/negotiation-skills-academy/episode/confidence-and-empowerment-101-how-to-effectively-advocate-for-yourself-with-selena-rezvani-89984383How to Use Rejection to Build Confidence with Alex Grodnik, MBA https://m.imdb.com/title/tt20716198/?ref_=tt_ep_nxHow to Negotiate with Confidence as an Entrepreneur with Paloma Lev https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-negotiate-confidence-as-entrepreneur-paloma/id1101679010?i=1000410865726Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

Feb 24, 2023 • 32min
Negotiating Better Business Outcomes With Nicole Davidson
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Nicole Davidson, Winner of the Australian Law Awards in 2022, Business Peacekeeper, Commercial Mediator (NMAS), and host of the podcast "Negotiation in Real Life," discusses how to have difficult conversations in business.You'll learn:
Better business negotiation outcomes.
From being stuck to progress in disputes.
Ask better questions.
We discuss:
Coaching you to get your resolution.
Thought process that gets you what you want, mostly not always.
How mediation benefits in our own lives.
The 2 questions you must always ask at the end of every negotiation for further developing your skills.
Follow Nicole Davidson on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-davidson-negotiation/Nicole Davidson Negotiation website https://www.nicoledavidsonnegotiation.com.au/Nicole Davidson Negotiation LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/nicoledavidsonnegotiation/Nicole Davidson Negotiation podcast https://www.nicoledavidsonnegotiation.com.au/podcastFollow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1


