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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Feb 8, 2023 • 35min
Innovative Workspaces that Connect People From All Walks of Life With Steve McConnell
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Steve McConnell, Managing Director of NBBJ, an International Design Firm, discusses how to have difficult conversations about purpose driven organizations.You'll learn:
How values guide and orient our decisions.
The value of building trust.
What people forget when building trust.
We discuss:
A framework for getting the best out of people.
Obstacles in building trust.
Interpersonal development.
Follow Steve McConnell on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-mcconnell-faia/NBBJ Design Company LinkedIn page: http://www.linkedin.com/company/nbbjdesign/NBBJ website: https://www.nbbj.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
Feb 7, 2023 • 26min
How The Abilene Paradox Affects Communication With Jamie Librot.
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Jamie Librot, Director Talent Management at Sabert Corporation, discusses how the Abilene paradox affects everyday communications and what can we do to avoid making this mistake in our negotiations.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=8-1Follow Jamie On LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamielibrot/Kwame Christian with Jamie Librot
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Feb 6, 2023 • 36min
A Life of Progress, Not Perfection With Monica Packer
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Monica Packer, a self-recovering Perfectionist, talks about the benefits of not being one.You'll learn:
The Perfection model relies on an all or nothing model.
The Progression model relies on you doing something.
How you'll feel liberated once you let go of perfectionism.
We discuss:
Your identity is not based upon your outcome./ How to overcome identity crisis.
Benefits of non-perfectionism.
Let go of control to gain more.
Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/About Progress Podcast: https://aboutprogress.com/podcast-archives/IG: https://www.instagram.com/aboutprogress/About Progress website:https://aboutprogress.com/ Free class for women on habit formation: https://workinprogressacademy.mykajabi.com/women-habits-classThe 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 5, 2023 • 32min
Effectively Delivering Bad News and Managing Emotions with Gregory Williams
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/The Law Office of Gregory Williams: https://glwesq.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
Feb 4, 2023 • 40min
Top Tips: Introverts have a lot to offer in negotiations - Highlight Reel
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/Most people think of extroverts as the power players in negotiations, but that's not always the case. Introverted individuals can be very effective negotiators, thanks to their unique strengths. Here are four tips for using your introversion to your advantage in sales negotiations: 1. Prepare thoroughly beforehand.2. Keep your emotions in check.3. Use your listening skills to your advantage.4. Stay calm and confident throughout the negotiation process. By understanding and leveraging your own strengths as an introvert, you can be more successful than you ever thought possible in sales negotiations!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 3, 2023 • 60min
The Art And Science of Listening With Oscar Trimboli
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Oscar Trimboli, Author, Professional Speaker, Apple Award-winning Podcast Host, talks about how to listen, really. You'll learn about:
Your listening compass.
15%-75% reduction in meeting time if you listen correctly.
A dirty little hack.
We discuss:
Colors of listening.
A case study in listening.
The right questions to ask.
Follow Oscar Trimboli on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscartrimboli/How To Listen: https://www.oscartrimboli.com/howtolistenListening Quiz: https://www.oscartrimboli.com/listeningquiz/The Marketing Academy LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-marketing-academy/The Marketing Academy website: https://themarketingacademy.org/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 2, 2023 • 45min
Successfully Negotiating When You Have No Alternatives with Prof. Giuseppe Conti
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Giuseppe Conti, Founder and Managing Partner of Conti Advanced Business Learning, discusses anticipating the challenge when you have no alternatives, shaping the deal, and what do during that negotiation.Conti Advanced Business Learning: https://cabl.ch/Follow Giuseppe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giuseppeconti/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 1, 2023 • 31min
Making Authentic Connections in Negotiations With Kate Philpot
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Kate Philpot, Global Senior Director, ERG Co-Chair, Committee Secretary of Black Women in Tech, and (Thank God! her 4th and last title) School Governor, talks about connecting authentically in a post-pandemic work world.You'll Learn:
Connecting authentically post-pandemic
Whether virtual hybrid working betters performance or not.
Are people willing to go back to the office?
We discuss:
How introverts & extroverts connect differently
We are experiencing a different kind of work culture.
There is a wide array of how introverts and extroverts process information.
Follow Kate Philpot on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katephilpot/GTA Black Women In Tech LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gta-black-women-in-tech/Learn more GTA Black Women In Tech: https://linktr.ee/gtablackwomenintechFollow 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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Jan 31, 2023 • 36min
How to Overcome Strong Opinions with Andy Luttrell
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/In this episode, Andy Luttrell, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Ball State University and Podcast host of Opinion Science, discusses the science of persuasion, as it relates to deeply held beliefs and strongly held opinions.Opinion Science Podcast: http://opinionsciencepodcast.com/Audio Course: The Science of Persuasion: http://opinionsciencepodcast.com/online-courses/Follow Andy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-luttrell/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
Jan 30, 2023 • 51min
Killing Your Boss Won't Solve The Problem: Gary Noesner Interview
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/You'll learn how to:
Make use of time, financial security, and health.
Make criminals spill the beans.
Communicate to get what you want.
We discuss:
The most underrated quality of a negotiator.
The true essence of communication.
What pays long-term dividends in negotiations.
Follow Gary Noesner on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-noesner-1a2480b/Gary Noesner LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-noesner-1a2480b/Gary Noesner website: https://www.garynoesner.com/Buy Gary's book: "Stalling For Time.": https://www.garynoesner.com/buy-stalling-for-timeFollow 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
